It was Cristiano Ronaldo's eighth goal in nine UEFA Nations League matches in the 2024-25 campaign, and one that again demonstrated his eye for opportunity as a forward on the prowl
He is 40 years old now, but the predatory skills are sure intact. Cristiano Ronaldo was in the right place at the right time to score in the 61st minute and draw Portugal level at 2-2 against Spain in the UEFA Nations League 2024-25 final at the Allianz Arena on Sunday (June 9, 2025). This was Ronaldo's 138th international goal in his 221st appearance for Portugal. The 'Selacao' eventually won the subsequent penalty shoot-out in Munich 5-3, following a goalless 30 minutes of extra time.
The move began with Nuno Mendes dodging Lamine Yamal on the left flank. Mendes' cross took a deflection and hung in the air, with Ronaldo losing his marker Marc Cucurella to slam the ball in from close range. It was Ronaldo's eighth goal in nine Nations League matches in this campaign.
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While Ronaldo has chosen not to play in the Club World Cup, his long-time adversary and 'Greatest Of All Time' (GOAT) debate rival Lionel Messi will be there. His team Inter Miami will play the opening game of the tournament against Al-Ahly in Miami Gardens, Florida.