Portugal's 2026 FIFA WC Last 16 Match Ends as Ronaldo's Last

Portugal's 2026 FIFA WC Last 16 Match Ends as Ronaldo's Last anchors Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup appearance after Spain eliminated Portugal in the Round of 16 on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. The match at Dallas Stadium finished 0-1, remaining scoreless through regulation before Mikel Merino scored in stoppage time to send Spain into the quarterfinals. Portugal threatened late at points, with Diogo Costa making a save to keep the game level, while Nuno Mendes’ deflected drive hit the crossbar. Ronaldo, 41, had previously announced the 2026 tournament would be his last. He formally said goodbye after the defeat, noting he would return to reflect and spend time with his family. His World Cup numbers included 11 goals in 27 matches, and his July 3 penalty against Croatia was his first knockout-stage goal.