Cristiano Ronaldo Misses Penalty at a Crucial Moment
Cristiano Ronaldo, the all-time top scorer in Euro history, had the chance to secure the game with a penalty in the round of 16 against Slovenia. Slovenian goalkeeper Jan Oblak guessed the direction of the shot and managed to deflect it, leaving Ronaldo devastated. The Portuguese captain broke down in tears after the miss, needing the support of his teammates.
Portugal Advances to Quarters After Draw and Penalty Shootout
Portugal, the favorite to advance, ended the 120 regulation minutes in a 0-0 draw and had to decide their fate in a penalty shootout. Despite Ronaldo’s miss in extra time, the team secured victory in the shootout, earning a spot in the quarterfinals.
Emotional Reaction from Cristiano Ronaldo and His Mother
Cristiano Ronaldo’s miss went viral, showing the forward crying inconsolably on the field. Ronaldo’s mother, Dolores Aveiro, was also moved to tears seeing her son in such a state, expressing her sadness from one of the stands.
Ronaldo Redeems Himself in Penalty Shootout
Despite the initial heartbreak, Cristiano Ronaldo had a chance to redeem himself. In the penalty shootout, he did not miss his second attempt, restoring hope for his team and Portuguese fans.
Ryan Garcia’s Supportive Message to Cristiano Ronaldo
Mexican-American boxer Ryan Garcia expressed his support for Cristiano Ronaldo on Instagram. Garcia, who is dealing with his own controversy over a positive doping test, posted an encouraging message to Ronaldo: “I love you, my brother in Christ. Don’t worry about the penalties. You are the best to ever grace the field.”
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Reaction After the Game
Cristiano Ronaldo shared his feelings after the match: “There is initial sadness and joy at the end. That’s what football is all about, inexplicable moments. I had the chance to give the team the lead, but Oblak made a good save. It’s a feeling of happiness and sadness at the same time. The most important thing is to enjoy it.”
