'41-year-old' Ronaldo has it tough; even his 'lowest-rated' performance featured just one valid shot... Portugal and Colombia draw 0-0, both advance to Round of 32 as group runners-up

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Cristiano Ronaldo (41) played the full match and fought hard but failed to score. Both Portugal and Colombia have secured their spots in the Round of 32.

Portugal and Colombia drew 0-0 in their Group K third-round match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, held at Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, USA, at 8:30 a.m. Korean time on the 28th.

Colombia finished the group stage in first place with two wins and one draw (seven points), overtaking Portugal (one win, two draws, five points). In the Round of 32 tournament, first-place Colombia will face Ghana. Portugal, advancing as the group runner-up, will clash with Croatia, the second-place team from Group L.

Both teams had already secured their places in the Round of 32, making this match a contest for first place in the group. Portugal deployed Ronaldo as the forward in a 4-2-3-1 formation, aiming at Colombia's goal.

Ronaldo led the attack throughout the match, constantly seeking a goal. In the 24th minute of the first half, he attempted a bold direct shot from a free kick earned from a long distance, but the ball went straight at the opposing goalkeeper. Later, in the 39th minute of the first half, he took a sharp shot, but it was saved by goalkeeper Camilo Vargas, leaving him with a sense of regret.

Colombia's counterattacks were no less formidable. Led by James Rodriguez and Luis Diaz, they troubled Portugal's defense. Colombia intensified their pressure in the second half, and in stoppage time, Davinson Sanchez shook the net, but the goal was disallowed due to an offside call.

Ronaldo tirelessly ran across the field until the final whistle blew but finished the match without scoring.

According to football statistics specialist 'FootMob', Ronaldo had only 35 touches in total. His touches inside the opponent's penalty area and passes in the attacking zone were limited to two each, showing he was somewhat isolated in the forward areas. He was flagged for offside twice but failed to create any threatening chances during the attacking buildup. FootMob rated Ronaldo with the lowest score among Portugal's players, 6.3.

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