Portugal eliminated by Spain, ending Ronaldo's World Cup
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Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup journey ended as Portugal lost to Spain one to zero, marking his final appearance in the tournament. Ronaldo, who scored three goals in this World Cup, expressed gratitude for his career, stating, "God has been so generous towards me. He has given me everything." In other matches, Argentina staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Egypt three to two, with Enzo Fernández scoring the winning goal in stoppage time. Argentina will face Switzerland in the quarterfinals after the Swiss triumphed over Colombia in a penalty shootout, winning four to three after a goalless draw. Belgium eliminated the United States with a commanding four to one victory, leading to criticism of the U.S. team's performance. U.S. team manager Sam Zapatka and vice president of security Frank Pannell were suspended by FIFA for the match, though the reasons remain unclear. The quarterfinal matchups are now set, with France taking on Morocco, Spain facing Belgium, Norway meeting England, and Argentina going against Switzerland. The quarterfinals will begin soon, with the first match scheduled for July ninth.
WHO:
Cristiano Ronaldo
Portugal
Spain
Argentina
Egypt
Enzo Fernández
Switzerland
Colombia
Belgium
United States
Sam Zapatka
Frank Pannell
France
Morocco
Norway
England
WHAT:
Portugal lost to Spain one to zero
Ronaldo's final appearance in the tournament
Ronaldo scored three goals in this World Cup
Argentina defeated Egypt three to two
Enzo Fernández scored the winning goal in stoppage time
Switzerland triumphed over Colombia in a penalty shootout, winning four to three
Belgium eliminated the United States with a four to one victory
U.S. team manager Sam Zapatka and vice president of security Frank Pannell were suspended by FIFA
WHERE:
World Cup
WHEN:
Quarterfinals will begin soon, with the first match scheduled for July ninth
WHY:
Ronaldo expressed gratitude for his career, stating, "God has been so generous towards me. He has given me everything."
Criticism of the U.S. team's performance
HOW:
Switzerland won in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw
Belgium won with a commanding four to one victory