MARCA's VAR: Cristiano Ronaldo's action is not a red
Portugal conceded a late equaliser and, therefore, could only muster a 1-1 draw against Iran, leaving them second in Group B and facing the daunting task of taking on Uruguay.
For Cristiano Ronaldo in particular, this was an evening to forget.
The No.7 started well and was lively early on, but he worsened as the game went on and had a poor second half, missing a 53rd minute penalty, with Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand saving well.
Seven minutes from time, Ronaldo could even have been sent off for a clash with Saeed Ezatolahi, but the referee decided to let him off with a booking after consulting VAR.
Then came the late Iranian equaliser, when Karim Ansarifard did what the Real Madrid man could not and scored from the spot.
After an excellent start to the tournament in Russia, this performance is one Ronaldo will want to move on from quickly.
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