Ronaldo Exits World Cup After Portugal Defeat

Cristiano Ronaldo's sixth and final World Cup appearance ended with Portugal's 0-1 defeat to Spain in the round of 16. The 41-year-old superstar, who had been chasing the trophy since 2006 when Portugal fell to France in the semifinals, reflected on his career with the national team. xsportfeed.quest

"I gave everything, I tried my best and I'm leaving with a clear conscience," Ronaldo stated after the match. "It was my last World Cup, yes, but now I'll have time to reflect and be with my family. I won three titles with Portugal, before us they had none." The goal by Mikel Merino in the 91st minute brought down the curtain on Ronaldo's World Cup career, marking the end of an era for Portuguese football.