Cristiano Ronaldo broke down in tears after seeing Portugal prevail in an epic UEFA Nations League final penalty shootout with Spain.
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- All-time great netted international goal No.138
- Forced off through injury in the 88th minute
- Lifted Nations League trophy for the second time
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WHAT HAPPENED?
Five-time Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo helped to take the game to spot-kicks. His 138th international goal levelled the tie in normal time at 2-2. He was unable to see the contest out after picking up an untimely injury.
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That knock meant CR7 was forced to watch extra-time from the bench, while being restricted to the touchline for a battle of nerves from 12 yards. Ronaldo was unable to watch as five of his fellow countrymen stepped up to the spot.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Alvaro Morata’s miss for Spain proved to be decisive, as Ruben Neves crashed Portugal’s fifth penalty into the back of the net – sparking scenes of wild celebration at the Allianz Arena in Munich.