Ronaldo's Swan Song Falls Flat on World Stage The curtain closed on Cristiano Ronaldo's illustrious international career last night with Portugal's 0 1 loss to Spain in the Round of 16, marking a disappointing conclusion to their campaign.
The team's strategy and leadership are now under scrutiny. Ronaldo, one of the most accomplished players in football history, was unable to conjure up the magic that has defined his career against Spain.
His 27 World Cup appearances have yielded six tournaments with goals – a record he may soon be challenged by younger teammates.