Ronaldo Congratulates Modric After Portugal's World Cup Win

In the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1, securing advancement to the Round of 16. Croatia initially took the lead in the 53rd minute through Ivan Peris, but Cristiano Ronaldo equalized for Portugal with a penalty in the 68th minute, marking his first-ever goal in the knockout stage of a World Cup.

Goncalo Ramos clinched the victory for Portugal with a header in the 94th minute. Croatia's Josko Gvardiol had a strike disallowed for offside in the 103rd minute, which could have forced extra time.

Following the match, Ronaldo was seen speaking with Modric, congratulating his former Real Madrid teammate and wishing him good luck in his future career.