Ronaldo penalty drags Portugal level in Toronto thriller

Cristiano Ronaldo stepped up under the lights in Toronto and calmly buried a penalty to bring Portugal level with Croatia in their round of 32 clash at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Portugal captain, leading his side in the knockout stages, drew his team back into the contest from the spot after they had fallen behind. The moment came during a tense, high-stakes encounter in the Canadian city, with both sides pushing for a place in the next round. Ronaldo’s strike — his first of the tournament from open play or set pieces — re-energised his teammates and the travelling Portuguese support. Croatia, who had taken the lead earlier, now face a fight to regain control in a game that swung on a single penalty decision. The video of the spot-kick, available through the BBC Sport website, shows Ronaldo sending the goalkeeper the wrong way. The match continues to unfold as Portugal seek to avoid an early exit and Croatia aim to capitalise on their strong start.