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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 affiliate) — San Antonio
· 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 Terrell Hills News
For soccer fans in Terrell Hills , the thrilling Portugal-Croatia matchup is a reminder that the beautiful game has a strong following in the San Antonio area. As Portugal advances to face Spain in the round of 16, local enthusiasts will be watching closely to see how their favorite teams and players perform on the world stage. The city's diverse population, with a significant Hispanic influence, means that many residents will be cheering on Spain, while others will be backing Portugal, led by the iconic Cristiano Ronaldo. The rivalry between these two soccer powerhouses is sure to generate excitement in local sports bars and living rooms, where fans will gather to watch the next round of matches and debate the merits of their favorite teams and players. As the World Cup continues, Terrell Hills residents can expect to see plenty of passionate discussion and analysis of the games.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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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