Neves spares Ronaldo blushes after penalty miss

Rúben Neves got Portugal out of jail with an injury-time World Cup qualifying winner against the Republic of Ireland after Cristiano Ronaldo had seen his penalty saved by Caoimhín Kelleher.
Oct 11, 2025, 05:28 pm - PA

Match Timeline

Portugal
Republic of Ireland
  • KO
  • 18
  • HT
  • 45
  • 61
  • 62
  • 64
  • 68
  • 71
  • 75
  • 76
  • 77
  • 78
  • 84
  • 86
  • 86
  • 87
  • 90+1
  • 90+6
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Portugal 1, Republic of Ireland 0.
90'+8'
Second Half ends, Portugal 1, Republic of Ireland 0.
90'+6'
Offside, Republic of Ireland. Mikey Johnston is caught offside.
Match Stats
PORIRL
Possession
70.2%
29.870.2
29.8%
Shots on Goal
6
0
Shot Attempts
30
2
Yellow Cards
2
5
Corner Kicks
9
0
Saves
0
5