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Ronaldo's Final World Cup Ends in Heartbreak | MLS News
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup chapter closes with Portugal’s heartbreaking 1-0 loss to Spain, marking his final tournament as he’d promised — and signaling the end of an era on the world’s biggest stage. Manager Roberto Martínez, who also stepped down after the match, lamented the team’s failure to reach its potential, despite boasting elite talent, often over-relying on Ronaldo at the expense of fluid team play. While Ronaldo etched his name in history as the first player to score in six World Cups, Portugal’s campaign is viewed as a letdown compared to their recent triumphs like the UEFA Nations League. Spain, in contrast, delivered a cohesive, efficient performance, dominating possession and sealing victory with a late goal — their balanced, collective approach proving superior to Portugal’s Ronaldo-centric strategy.
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