Mikel Merino's Late Heroics End Ronaldo's World Cup Journey

Spain's Mikel Merino scored a dramatic goal in the first minute of second-half stoppage time to secure a 1-0 victory over Portugal, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's illustrious World Cup career. The match, a tense affair throughout, saw both teams struggle to break the deadlock until Merino's decisive strike. This result propels Spain into the quarterfinals, while Portugal and Ronaldo face the disappointment of an early exit. The match was notable not only for its outcome but also for marking the end of an era for one of football's greatest players.