Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo exits World Cup after loss to Spain

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Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo exits World Cup after loss to Spain
Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo played what he says is his final World Cup match on July 6, as Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the round of 16 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match concluded Ronaldo's World Cup career, where he scored a total of 11 goals in six tournaments. Ronaldo, who appeared in 27 World Cup matches, holds several records, including being the first man to score in six World Cups and the oldest non-goalkeeper to start a World Cup match at 41 years old.

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  • Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup round of 16.
  • Ronaldo scored 11 goals in six World Cups throughout his career.
  • He became the oldest non-goalkeeper to start a World Cup match at 41.
  • Ronaldo is the first man to score in six World Cups.
  • The match took place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
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Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal were ousted in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 by Spain. Here are the star's career statistics at the tournament.

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