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Cristiano Ronaldo broke down in tears after Portugal beat Spain on penalties to become the first nation to win the UEFA Nations League twice.
Portugal made history by winning the UEFA Nations League for the second time, defeating Spain 5–3 in a tense penalty shootout after a 2:2 draw through extra time in Munich.
Spain took the lead twice through Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Oyarzabal, but Nuno Mendes and Cristiano Ronaldo struck back to keep Portugal level. The game went into extra time with no further goals, setting the stage for a nerve-wracking shootout.
Alvaro Morata missed Spain’s crucial penalty, saved by Diogo Costa, allowing Portugal to seal a perfect 5/5 shootout and lift the trophy.
Cristiano Ronaldo, who was subbed off just before penalties due to injury, watched the shootout from the sidelines. Cameras captured him visibly anxious, often turning away and hiding behind teammates as he struggled to watch the kicks unfold.
When Ruben Neves converted the final penalty, Ronaldo collapsed in tears of joy, overcome with emotion. He hugged his teammates and cried openly as Portugal celebrated a historic night.
With this victory, Portugal becomes the first team to win the UEFA Nations League twice, adding to their 2019 triumph. For Ronaldo, this emotional moment adds another major international title to his legendary career.