Cristiano Ronaldo scores first goal in World Cup knockout round Meanwhile, Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1.
Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in the Round of 32 at the World Cup, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring his first goal of the knockout round before being substituted.
In the World Cup Round of 32, Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 with a Goncalo Ramos header deep in injury time. Keeping Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup hopes alive, the 41-year-old Ronaldo is one of the greatest footballers in history. Scored his first goal in the knockout round for his national team. He was substituted in the 80th minute in a crucial decision by Portugal coach Roberto Martinez, but it paid off when Ramos headed home from Rafael Leao's cross. Portugal were the side with the most chances to score in the first half, with Bruno Fernandes having two blocked attempts and Ronaldo being unable to reach Pedro Neto's opener. In the second half, the game became more intense. Croatia took advantage when Mateo Kovacic hit the post, before Ivan Perisic had three chances to control the ball in the penalty area in the 53rd minute.
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