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Watch: Ronaldo Drops To Floor, Cries Like A Child After Nations League Triumph
Last Updated: Cristiano Ronaldo broke down in tears after Ruben Neves' penalty secured Portugal's win over Spain, sealing their second Nations League title. Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't hold back his emotions after Ruben Neves' clinical penalty secured Portugal a win over Spain to seal their second Nations League title in Munich on Sunday (June 8). The world-beating superstar dropped to his knees, breaking down in tears before joining his team's celebrations. Ronaldo, kept quiet by Spain's defense for most of the night, equalised in the 61st minute to make it 2-2, volleying the ball home after adjusting his position on the far post and muscling past Marc Cucurella after a Mendes cross was deflected into the air. He was subbed off before full-time with a cramp as the scoreline remained the same through both halves of the extra time before Portugal won the shoot-out 5-3. Before Neves' penalty, Ronaldo was seen burying his face in a teammate's back in anxiety. It seemed like he didn't even watch the ball go in, but once Neves converted, the veteran let all his emotions out. Watch a couple of clips of the surreal moment here: Cristiano Ronaldo in TEARS as Portugal win another international trophy 🇵🇹🏆 #UNL #NationsLeague — Optus Sport (@OptusSport) June 8, 2025 Cristiano Ronaldo kneeling and crying after Portugal defeated Spain in the UEFA Nations League final, but no other player approached him. #PortugalVsSpain #PORSPA — (@Klip11com) June 8, 2025 'I have many titles with my clubs, but nothing is better than winning for Portugal," Ronaldo said after the final whistle, as quoted by AP. 'These are tears. It's mission accomplished and so much joy." 'I had already felt it during the warmup, I had been feeling it for some time, but for the national team, if I had to break my leg, I would have broken it," Ronaldo said. 'It's for a trophy, I had to play, and I gave it my all. I have lived in many countries, I have played for many clubs, but when it's about Portugal, it is always a special feeling," he said Ronaldo's goal in normal time was his 138th in international football, further extending his lead as the highest goal-scorer, quite ahead of both Argentina's Lionel Messi and India's Sunil Chhetri. First Published:
CTV News
2 days ago
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- CTV News
Soccer fan dies after fall during Nations League final between Spain and Portugal
Match stewards form a line at the stands during the Nations League final soccer match between Portugal and Spain at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, Sunday, June 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner) MUNICH — A soccer fan died during the Nations League final between Spain and Portugal on Sunday after falling from an overhead level onto a media area below. A UEFA official, speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to give details, confirmed a person sustained fatal injuries from a fall. The incident occurred while Portugal and Spain were playing the first period of extra time at the Munich stadium. Medical personnel, stewards and police cordoned off the area. Portugal went on to win the game on penalties. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente addressed the incident at the start of his post-game news conference. 'Before we begin with the questions, I would like to express my condolences because a fan died in the stands today,' de la Fuente said. 'My condolences to the family.' Ciarán Fahey, The Associated Press
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Soccer fan dies after fall during Nations League final between Spain and Portugal
Match stewards form a line at the stands during the Nations League final soccer match between Portugal and Spain at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, Sunday, June 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner) MUNICH (AP) — A soccer fan died during the Nations League final between Spain and Portugal on Sunday after falling from an overhead level onto a media area below. A UEFA official, speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to give details, confirmed a person sustained fatal injuries from a fall. Advertisement The incident occured while Portugal and Spain were playing the first period of extra time at the Munich stadium. Medical personnel, stewards and police cordoned off the area. Portugal went on to win the game on penalties. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente addressed the incident at the start of his post-game news conference. 'Before we begin with the questions, I would like to express my condolences because a fan died in the stands today,' de la Fuente said. 'My condolences to the family.' ___ AP soccer:
The Sun
2 days ago
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- The Sun
Nations League final live stream: How to watch Portugal vs Spain for FREE
FOOTBALL lovers cannot wait to see what unfolds in the Nations League final tonight between Portugal and Spain - and fans can tune in for FREE! La Roja are on a fantastic international run as they are on the hunt for a third international trophy in three years. 2 2 Spain won the Nations League in 2023 against Croatia and the Euro's last year overcoming England in the final. They will be attempting to become back to back Nations League champions and are well on the way after overcoming France in an enthralling 9 goal encounter. Once again it was the Barcelona star Lamine Yamal who was the talk of the game as he won player of the match by scoring two goals in his sides 5-4 win. However, the footballing icon Cristiano Ronaldo will want to show the teenager who's boss with a second Nations League win. The Portuguese forward scored his 137th international goal - breaking yet another record - for his country against Germany to win the game 2-1 and secure a final spot. Ronaldo had never beaten Germany before in his career - he has played Germany five times, losing all five but he was the difference maker in the semi-final. The main battle of the game will definitely be between the teenage sensation Yamal and footballing phenomenon Ronaldo. The last time Portugal played Spain ended in a 1-0 win for the Spaniards back in 2022 in the last Nations League. How to watch Nations League final for FREE Portugal vs Spain is available to watch for FREE on ITV1 in the UK as long as you hold a valid TV license. Fans can also stream the entire action for FREE on ITVX with a mobile device, laptop or tablet. The final will take place in Munich at the Allianz arena with Kick off to commence at 8pm this Sunday.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Cristiano Ronaldo to score a header in 90 minutes is BOOSTED to 11/1 as Portugal take on European champions Spain in Nations League final
With Portugal set to take on Spain for the Nations League crown on Sunday night, they will likely need their greatest ever player to come good when it matters most if they're to return home with a new piece of silverware. Portugal came from behind to beat Germany 2-1 in the semi-final in a brilliant second-half comeback, with Francisco Conceicao and Cristiano Ronaldo scoring the goals after Florian Wirtz's opener. Spain meanwhile just about held on in a nine-goal thriller, having led 4-0 and 5-1 before being pegged back to 5-4 by France, but Lamine Yamal and Co held on to book their own spot in the final. La Roja are favourites to win the tie - 1/2 to Portugal's 6/4 - and the game is subject of three Price Boosts from Sky Bet. The first requires 10+ match shots on target in 90 mins, which is boosted to evens, while Lamine Yamal to win three or more fouls in 90 minutes is up to 2/1 from 6/4. The Barcelona star won four fouls in his last outing for Spain, while there were a combined 28 match shots in the last round of the Nations League. The other boost requires Portugal's living legend Ronaldo to score a header in 90 minutes, which is priced at 10/1. Sky Bet odds for Portugal vs Spain: Portugal 6/4 Spain 1/2 Price Boosts: 10+ match shots on target in 90 minutes WAS 4/6 NOW 1/1 Lamine Yamal 3+ fouls won in 90 minutes WAS 6/4 NOW 2/1 Cristiano Ronaldo to score a header in 90 minutes WAS 17/2 NOW 11/1
