Portugal vs Croatia Highlights | Ronaldo's FIRST World Cup Knockout Goal | FIFA World Cup 2026

Portugal vs Croatia Highlights | Ronaldo's FIRST World Cup Knockout Goal | FIFA World Cup 2026

Published : Jul 03, 2026, 12:13 PM IST

Portugal scripted a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Croatia in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 to book a blockbuster Round of 16 clash against Spain. Ivan Perišić gave Croatia the lead before Cristiano Ronaldo made history by scoring his first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout-stage goal from the penalty spot. Substitute Gonçalo Ramos then headed home a dramatic stoppage-time winner, while VAR denied Croatia a late equaliser, sealing Portugal's thrilling qualification.