Portugal national team forward Cristiano Ronaldo commented on the victory over Croatia (2:1) in the 1/16 final match of the 2026 Emergency.

" We must learn to suffer in order to win a tournament of this magnitude.

This is a really great match for voyeurs. Our little ones controlled the game in the first half, and the other half was chaotic. They scored, they made us nervous, but there was an emotional outburst when we scored a penalty. After whom the game went easier. We, as before, had difficult times, but such a tournament, and it was our fault to collapse further.

Rozmova iz Modrich?

I’ve been rocking a lot from Luka, and it’s good that he’s still playing on such a high level. I told him after the match: “Vitayu, Luka, good luck in your future career.”.

Christian's future is of no importance at all. I will have an hour after victory or defeat, I will talk to my family and make the best decision. I no longer make Swedish decisions, let’s all stay calm. And now you need to enjoy today’s moment,” quotes Ronaldo A Bola.

On Football. ua available for viewing video review of the match Portugal – Croatia.