{"id":189152,"date":"2026-07-02T21:35:58","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T03:05:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newslink360.space\/?p=189152"},"modified":"2026-07-02T21:35:58","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T03:05:58","slug":"portugal-vs-croatia-highlights-fifa-world-cup-gvardiols-late-strike-chalked-off-as-por-escape-with-2-1-win","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newslink360.space\/?p=189152","title":{"rendered":"Portugal vs Croatia Highlights, FIFA World Cup: Gvardiol’s late strike chalked off as POR escape with 2-1 win"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Portugal vs Croatia Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: <\/strong>Portugal are through after surviving a dramatic finish to beat Croatia 2-1 in a gripping Round of 32 contest. Goncalo Ramos and Cristiano Ronaldo found the net for Roberto Martinez’s side, but the result was anything but straightforward. Ramos proved to be the match-winner, rising to score a crucial header deep into stoppage time after Croatia had fought back to keep the tie alive. Diogo Costa also played a decisive role, producing a series of outstanding saves to keep Portugal in front when it mattered most.<\/span>

Croatia pushed Portugal all the way and looked to have forced extra time when Josko Gvardiol found the net in the closing moments, only for the goal to be ruled out for offside. It was a heartbreaking end to a spirited performance from Zlatko Dalic’s side, who matched Portugal for long periods and never stopped believing. Portugal may not have been at their best, but they have done enough to book a blockbuster Round of 16 meeting with Spain. <\/p>\n

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Croatia pushed Portugal all the way and looked to have forced extra time when Josko Gvardiol found the net in the closing moments, only for the goal to be ruled out for offside. It was a heartbreaking end to a spirited performance from Zlatko Dalic’s side, who matched Portugal for long periods and never stopped believing. Portugal may not have been at their best, but they have done enough to book a blockbuster Round of 16 meeting with Spain. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Jul 03, 2026 6:40:02 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Portugal through to round of 16!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: FULL TIME after 19 minutes of added time! Portugal live to fight another day, all thanks to Goncalo Ramos, who scored a crucial header in the injury time. Croatia played their heart out, but in the end, they got beaten by the barest of margins. It was an absolute thriller as many thought Gvardiol scored the equaliser in the final minute but was denied via offside. Not the best of games for Portugal, but they are through to the round of 16, where they will face Spain. Diogo Costa was the star of the night for Portugal once again as he made some sensational saves. POR 2-1 CRO Full Time!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 6:36:53 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Gvardiol’s late goal ruled off-side!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Josko Gvardiol’s late goal was ruled offside as Croatia denied the late equaliser here. It’s an absolute thriller here. Croatia are here completely.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 6:25:22 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Ramos scores!!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Goncalo Ramos with the goal here to rescue Portugal here. They are finally ahead in the game for the first time, and it’s in the stoppage time. Excellent cross from Leao and Ramos was there to get it past the goalkeeper. POR 2-1 CRO 90+3′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 6:20:24 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Pasalic misses header<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Mario Pasalic almost put Croatia ahead here, but he failed to put his header on target. Portugal are on the backfoot, feeling the pressure here, with most of their stars already on the bench – Ronaldo, Bruno and Vitinha. POR 1-1 CRO 90′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 6:12:07 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo benched!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Offside denied Croatia a goal here once again. He was slightly off there, just barely. Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo is coming off, and he is not happy with the manager’s decision. He leaves the field with 10 minutes to play. POR 1-1 CRO 80′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 6:09:40 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: CRO look confident!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Croatia are gaining confidence in the attack as they are testing the Portuguese defence now, as the momentum has shifted a bit despite Portugal’s recent equaliser. Croatia are not in the mood to take the game to extra time. POR 1-1 CRO 78′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 6:06:52 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Kovacic denied!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Kovacic with back-to-back shots here. The first one was denied by the post, but on the rebound, Costa saved a powerful shot, keeping the match 1-1 at the moment. POR 1-1 CRO 75′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:59:02 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo converts penalty!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Penalty for Portugal after a foul inside the box! Cristiano Ronaldo does it for Portugal here! A clinical penalty from one of the greatest of all time to keep Portugal alive in the game. His first goal in the World Cup knockouts POR 1-1 CRO 68′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:53:41 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Off-side denied Ronaldo!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo with a clinical finish there, he was about to hit SIU but the flag was raised as the goal was denied here. Ronaldo is disappointed and the VAR check also called it offside. POR 0-1 CRO 62′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:48:55 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Off-side denied CRO another goal!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Another goal for Croatia, but wait a minute, the flag is raised, and it’s offside. Croatia are taking control of the game now as the pressure is mounting on Portugal. Rafael Leao just hit the bar here. POR 0-1 CRO 58′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:45:34 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Ivan Perisic strikes!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Ivan Perisic with the goal here as the Croatian fans are on cloud nine. Perisic shows his class once again and breaks the deadlock. A good shot from the left foot, which delivered a big moment for Croatia here. Ronaldo and Portugal are absolutely stunned here. POR 0-1 CRO 53′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:40:13 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Kovacic misses by close margin!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Kovacic missed the chance here. He was off balance after dribbling past Joao Cancelo, which didn’t allow him to take the clean shot. Good save from Costa here. Croatia are going for attack here in the second half. POR 0-0 CRO 49′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:37:30 AM IST<\/p>\n

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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: Mendes fumbles!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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LIVE Score Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: An early chance for Portugal in the first half. Nuno Mendes decided to pass the ball to Cristiano Ronaldo inside the box but it was blocked. He should have taken the shot by himself as he was in a great position there. POR 0-0 CRO 46′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:35:05 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Second half begins!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Second half begins here as both teams will look to break the deadlock soon to take the advantage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:20:47 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: POR 0-0 CRO Half Time<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: End of the first half here! Goalless so far! Croatian defence has done quite well to contain the Portuguese barrage of attacks here. Cristiano Ronaldo has been quite average so far, Bruno Fernandes was closest to breaking the deadlock. It’s the speed where Croatia are lacking behind in this game. POR 0-0 CRO Half Time<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:17:54 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: 4 minutes added!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Four minutes added and both teams are still in search of an opening goal. Croatia will be happy if they go with a clean sheet at halftime. Croatian defence has been rock solid so far, compact and impactful – blocking everything coming their way. POR 0-0 CRO 45′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:10:55 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: 5 corners already for POR!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Five corners already for Portugal here as they keep testing the Croatian defenders here in the first half. Meanwhile, Portugal also missing the shooting boots in the final third here. POR 0-0 CRO 40′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 5:05:24 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: POR test CRO defence!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Another shot from Bruno Fernandes and Livakovic saved it. Nuno Mendes also attempted a rocket shot from outside the box, but the defender blocked it. It’s still 0-0 but Portugal hold the edge in this clash. POR 0-0 CRO 34′ <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:59:47 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: CRO fight back!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia made the big run right after the halftime break, but Portugal’s defence was solid there to stop any harm. Croatia lack the pace here which has been a big negative for them in the game. POR 0-0 CRO 29′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:56:34 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Hydration break!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Hydration break! Portugal have been dominant so far as they continue to test the Croatian defence. Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo has been contained quite well with players all around him. POR 0-0 CRO 25′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:51:06 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Yellow card for Ruben Dias<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Yellow card for Ruben Dias already after his foul on Ante Budimir. Portugal have been the better team so far in this match, while Croatia are struggling to keep the ball. They are also not pressing much here, which has somehow worked to contain Ronaldo inside the box. POR 0-0 CRO 20′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:44:35 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Poor free-kick by Ronaldo!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo stepped up to take a free-kick from a promising position, but his effort crashed straight into the Croatian wall. It was another opportunity that went begging, and the decision for Ronaldo to take set-pieces continues to invite debate, especially with accomplished dead-ball specialists like Bruno Fernandes and Nuno Mendes also in Portugal’s lineup. POR 0-0 CRO 13′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:41:05 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Ronaldo misses header<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Pedro Neto produced a superb cross into the six-yard box, picking out Cristiano Ronaldo perfectly for what looked like a straightforward header. However, the Portugal captain failed to connect, letting a golden opportunity slip by. Dominik Livakovic had been caught out of position, and had Ronaldo connected properly, Portugal would almost certainly have taken the lead. POR 0-0 CRO 10′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:39:19 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Rafael Leao on fire!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Rafael Leao has looked Portugal’s brightest attacking outlet in the opening stages, using his pace and direct running to trouble Croatia’s defence. His movement and deliveries into the box have already created a few promising moments, and if he maintains this tempo, Portugal may not have to wait much longer to find the breakthrough. POR 0-0 CRO 8′ <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:35:27 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Bruno takes first shot!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Bruno Fernandes with the first shot of the game, but was denied by Livakovic and the Croatian back-line. It was a good run from Rafael Leao, and Croatia felt the pressure there. POR 0-0 CRO 5′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:33:13 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: POR 0-0 CRO 2′<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal take control of the possession early in the game, while Croatia are happy to play the waiting game and rely on counterattack. Luka Modric is going deep to collect and supply the ball forward. POR 0-0 CRO 2′<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:30:40 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Kick off at Toronto Stadium!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Kick off at Toronto Stadium!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:25:38 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Players out in middle!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: The players of both teams are in the middle for the national anthems of their respective nations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:22:19 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia unchanged!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia have named an unchanged starting XI from the side that defeated Ghana 2-1 in their final group-stage match. The spotlight will once again be on Luka Modric, with the knockout clash potentially marking the end of his illustrious international career. The veteran midfielder captained Croatia to the 2018 World Cup final and followed it up by leading his country to a third-place finish at the 2022 edition, cementing his place among the nation’s greatest-ever players.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:10:47 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: This might be Ronaldo’s last match for Portugal!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo is set to retire from international football after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to his sister Katia. Ronaldo is currently part of Portugal’s ongoing campaign as they face Croatia in the Round of 32. (Read Full Story Here)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 4:06:06 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Winner to face Spain next!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: The winners of this tie will take on Spain in Dallas on Monday, with a place in the World Cup quarter-finals at stake. Spain booked their spot earlier in the day after producing a commanding 3-0 victory over Austria in the Round of 32.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 3:55:55 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Ronaldo to script history!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo will make more World Cup history when he takes the field against Croatia. The Portugal captain will surpass Lothar Matth\u00e4us with his 26th World Cup appearance, moving into sole possession of second place on the all-time list behind only Lionel Messi. At 41, Ronaldo will also become the oldest player ever to feature in a World Cup knockout match, adding another milestone to his remarkable international career.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 3:47:28 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Leao replaces Felix!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal have made one change to their starting XI for the Round of 32 clash against Croatia, with Rafael Leao coming into the side in place of Joao Felix. Leao will form a three-man attack alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Pedro Neto as Roberto Martinez looks to add greater pace and directness in the final third for the knockout encounter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 3:36:00 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia starting line-up<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia starting line-up – Dominik Livakovic, Josip Stanisic, Marin Pongracic, Josip Sutalo, Mateo Kovacic, Luka Modric, Nikola Vlasic, Martin Baturina, Petar Sucic, Ante Budimir, Ivan Perisic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 3:33:30 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal starting line-up!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal starting line-up – Diogo Costa, Ruben Dias, Renato Veiga, Joao Cancelo, Nuno Mendes, Bruno Fernandes, Joao Neves, Vitinha, Cristiano Ronaldo, Rafael Leao, Pedro Neto.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Jul 03, 2026 3:28:02 AM IST<\/p>\n

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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Hello and welcome!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Portugal vs Croatia LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Hello and welcome to the round of 32 clash between Portugal vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup clash.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n