Tag: Ronaldo
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Ronaldo sees red as Ireland stun Portugal to blow World Cup qualifying group wide open
Espn-worthy drama in Dublin as Ireland pull off a stunning upset In a match that will be remembered for years, Ireland delivered a dramatic blow to Portugal’s World Cup qualifying hopes by overcoming the visitors with a performance that combined grit, tactical discipline and moments of sharp counter-attacking play. The game, staged at a capacity-packed…
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Portugal vs Ireland: Ronaldo red card shocks as World Cup dream stalls
Portugal’s hopes hit by red card and stubborn Irish resistance Portugal’s World Cup qualification campaign suffered a blow as a dramatic red card to Cristiano Ronaldo punctuated a tense contest with Ireland. The Seleccao, claiming more than 80% of possession in the early stages, could not break down a wall of blue shirts protecting Caoimhín…
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Ireland Stuns Portugal as Ronaldo Red Card Shakes World Cup Qualifying Group
Irish Surprise Turns Tide as Portugal Suffer Red-Card Setback In a dramatic World Cup qualifying clash that will be remembered for years, Ireland held firm against a Portugal side buoyed by the prospect of securing a direct ticket to the FIFA World Cup. What began as a controlled, confident performance from the visitors quickly shifted…
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Portugal vs Ireland: Ronaldo red card caps a bruising night as World Cup dream stalls
Overview: A bruising night for Portugal Portugal travelled to Dublin with the weight of expectation and a need for a decisive result in their World Cup qualifying campaign. Instead, a stubborn Ireland side frustrated the visitors, and a moment of chaos at the edge of the box altered the course of the game. The Seleccao…
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Ireland stun Portugal: Ronaldo sent off as Group B rocks World Cup qualifying
Ireland stun Portugal to blow World Cup qualifying group wide open In a dramatic late twist to the World Cup qualifying campaign, Ireland delivered a stunning blow to Portugal, with a controversial moment and a resolute defensive performance that left Group B wide open. As the clock ticked toward the final whistle, the underdogs seized…
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Portugal vs Ireland: Ronaldo red card delays World Cup bid
Portugal vs Ireland: Ronaldo red card changes the fixture’s course The scene was set for a high-stakes World Cup qualifier as Portugal visited Ireland, but what unfolded will be remembered for a dramatic moment that eclipsed the tactical chess and ball retention both teams sought. Portugal dominated possession, creating more than 80% of the play…
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Ireland vs Portugal: Only a win can keep World Cup dream alive, says Stephen Kelly
Irish World Cup hopes hinge on one result in Cardiff or Lisbon? Not quite, but close. The Republic of Ireland’s path to the World Cup Finals remains uncertain as they prepare for a pivotal clash with Portugal. In the final week of qualification, Irish supporters will hope for any sliver of momentum, but former Ireland…
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Postcard from Lisbon: A Sporting chance for Ireland?
Postcard from Lisbon: Two European giants in a modern footballing city Lisbon, the Atlantic-facing capital that has long been a cradle of footballing talent, offers a vivid backdrop for a night that could shape a nation’s fortunes. Not far apart, Benfica’s Stadium of Light and Sporting’s J. Leão Alvalade attract fans from across the continent,…
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Controversy Erupts as PCB Chairman Posts Ronaldo’s Jet Gesture
Introduction The recent Asia Cup match between Pakistan and India did more than just bring cricketing excitement; it sparked a wave of controversy following provocative gestures from Pakistani players. In a surprising turn, Mohsin Naqvi, the Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), added fuel to the fire by sharing a post that included a…