A fan held up a Lionel Messi Argentina shirt just as Cristiano Ronaldo prepared to take a free kick during Portugal round of 16 clash with Slovenia.
The well-timed stunt seemed to coincide with Ronaldo's missed attempt, sparking a chorus of cheers from the Slovenian supporters.
The incident occurred in the 75th minute of the match, with Portugal pushing hard for a breakthrough. Ronaldo, renowned for his exceptional skill from set pieces, lined up the free kick but sent it sailing over the crossbar. The fan's clever move added a touch of humor to the intense match, highlighting the enduring rivalry between Messi and Ronaldo.
Despite the miss, Portugal ultimately emerged victorious, winning 3-0 in a penalty shootout after the game ended 0-0 after extra time. Ronaldo's missed free kick proved to be a mere blip on the radar, as he went on to convert his penalty in the shootout.
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