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Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal rallies to beat Croatia 2-1 and advance to round of 16
By Lexie Linderman, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 3, 2026
· 4 min read
At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo will get another match in a Portugal uniform, thanks to a penalty he scored, a stoppage time header by Goncalo Ramos, and a VAR ruling the Croatia team still doesn't understand.Ramos headed in the winner as Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 in a wild finish that also included a C...
Key takeaway The game featured a matchup of 40-somethings — Ronaldo, in his sixth World Cup, and Croatia's Luka Modrić, making his fifth bid for a tournament title.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
For Alamo Heights residents who follow international soccer, Portugal's thrilling win over Croatia is a reminder that the beautiful game can bring people together across cultures and borders. As Portugal advances to face Spain on Monday, local fans of the sport will be watching with interest to see how Cristiano Ronaldo and his teammates fare against their next opponent. The fact that Ronaldo, at 41, is still competing at a high level is an inspiration to athletes of all ages in our community. Meanwhile, the controversy over the VAR ruling that disallowed Croatia's would-be tying goal will likely be debated by soccer enthusiasts at local parks and fields, highlighting the passion and dedication that fans in Alamo Heights have for the sport. As the World Cup continues, it will be exciting to see how local residents react to the twists and turns of the tournament.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo will get another match in a Portugal uniform, thanks to a penalty he scored, a stoppage time header by Goncalo Ramos, and a VAR ruling the Croatia team still doesn't understand.Ramos headed in the winner as Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 in a wild finish that also included a C...
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