Portugal Advances Without Ronaldo in VAR-Heavy Win

Portugal secured a dramatic victory over Croatia to progress to the last 16 of the World Cup, despite the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo. The match was marked by multiple VAR interventions, which played a crucial role in the outcome. Roberto Martínez praised the technology for its accurate calls that helped Portugal clinch the win. This victory sets up a tantalizing matchup against Spain in the next round. Portugal's ability to succeed without their star player highlights the depth and resilience of the squad.