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Portugal celebrates World Cup advancement after victory over Croatia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 7:44 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Portugal celebrates World Cup advancement after victory over Croatia

Summary

Thousands of Portugal fans gathered in central Lisbon on July 3 to celebrate their national team's 2-1 victory over Croatia, securing a place in the World Cup last 16. Cristiano Ronaldo equalized from the penalty spot after Croatia initially took the lead. Gonçalo Ramos scored a stoppage-time winner, leading to an eruption of joy from the supporters, especially after a late Croatia goal was ruled out for offside. Portugal's next match will be against Spain in the knockout stage.

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By the Numbers

•Portugal prevails 2-1 against Croatia in World Cup group stage
•Ronaldo scores an equalizer, Ramos nets late winner
•Fans honor Diogo Jota before the match
•Portugal to face Spain in the last 16

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Thousands of Portugal fans gathered in central Lisbon to celebrate a 2-1 victory over Croatia, sending their team through to the World Cup last 16.
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