Ronaldo risks ban at World Cup
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Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo was widely mocked by home fans after being sent off for elbowing Dara O'Shea in the Selecao’s 2-0 loss to the Republic of Ireland.
Cristiano Ronaldo collected the 13th red card of his glittering career last night as Portugal fell 2–0 to the Republic of Ireland in a fiery World Cup qualifier. The incident occurred in the 59th
Cristiano Ronaldo faced boos and mockery in Dublin after his first red card for Portugal. The incident, reviewed by VAR, saw him sent off for striking an opponent. This could mean missing the 2026 World Cup opener.