According to A Bola, since Cristiano Ronaldo joined the Portuguese national team, every time he has scored in a major tournament semifinal, Portugal has advanced to the final. When he doesn't score, the team is eliminated. From 2004 to 2025, this “Ronaldo rule” has come true four times. As Portugal prepares to face Spain in next week’s Nations League final, fans wonder if the pattern will continue. At 40, Ronaldo shows no signs of slowing down—he still dreams of becoming a world champion.
Whenever Ronaldo Scores, Portugal Reaches the Final? A 22-Year National Team “Curse” Unveiled
Source: 网易体育
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