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Pure Joy! Ronaldo Celebrates Round of 16 Advancement with Ecstatic Fans

Pulse Sports Team 15:47 - 03 July 2026

Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated his national team's progression to the World Cup Round of 16 with a massive crowd of fans in Toronto. Hundreds of supporters gathered outside the team hotel, chanting his name.

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The 41-year-old forward posted a video on X showing him and his teammates stepping onto a balcony, urging fans to chant. Ronaldo converted a penalty in the late-night Round of 16 clash against Croatia, leveling the score at 1-1.

Portugal advanced with a 2-1 victory, secured by Goncalo Ramos in second-half stoppage time. They are set to face Spain in the Round of 16 on Monday at 9:00 PM CEST. Information provided by DPA.