Cristiano Ronaldo lived with intensity every moment of the League of Nations Final against Spain. The captain of the national team, the most experienced player on the field, demonstrated visible nervousness during the decision for great penalties, which eventually dictated the outcome of the title.
With the victory at a shot away, it was Rúben Neves who took responsibility and marked the decisive penalty, setting the result in 5-3. The moment the ball came in, securing the trophy for Portugal, Cristiano Ronaldo fell to his knees on the pitch.
Thrilled, the Portuguese international did not contain the tears. These were moments of intense emotional burden, marked by relief, pride and joy of another achievement in the service of the selection.