Gonçalo Ramos scores late winner as Portugal edges Croatia in World Cup

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Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Gonçalo Ramos scores late winner as Portugal edges Croatia in World Cup
Summary

Gonçalo Ramos scored a late header to secure a 2-1 victory for Portugal over Croatia in the World Cup Round of 32 on July 2, 2026. The match took place at Toronto Stadium, with Ivan Perisic giving Croatia the lead in the 53rd minute. Cristiano Ronaldo equalized for Portugal with a penalty in the 68th minute before Ramos found the net in stoppage time, connecting with a cross from Rafael Leao. This victory sends Portugal into the Round of 16.

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  • Portugal wins 2-1 against Croatia in the World Cup Round of 32.
  • Ivan Perisic opened the scoring for Croatia in the 53rd minute.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo equalized for Portugal with a penalty in the 68th minute.
  • Ramos scored the winning goal in stoppage time from a Leao cross.
  • Portugal moves on to the Round of 16 in the World Cup.
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New Milan signing Gonçalo Ramos scored a late winner for Portugal against Croatia, heading in Rafael Leao’s cross.Portugal secured a 2-1 win over Croatia in the World Cup Round of 32 on Thursday ni...

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