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Cristiano Ronaldo brutally trolled by commentator during Portugal's draw against Scotland

October 16, 2024 at 04:47:09 PM GMT+5:30

In a spirited display on Tuesday, Steve Clarke's men held Euro 2016 winners Portugal to a 0-0 draw at Hampden Park. However, the match was not without its fair share of drama. Five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo failed to find the back of the net and was visibly frustrated throughout the game. To add insult to injury, former Celtic man Charlie Mulgrew, who was commentating on the match, trolled Ronaldo by joking about a hole in his boot and comparing him to starting a motorbike.

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Scotland Hold Euro 2016 Champions Portugal to Spirited Draw

In a thrilling clash at Hampden Park on Tuesday, Scotland held Euro 2016 champions Portugal to a 0-0 stalemate. The result was a testament to the resilience and determination of Steve Clarke's men, who matched their illustrious opponents toe-to-toe.

Match Summary

Scotland started the match brightly and looked dangerous on the counter-attack. In the 15th minute, Ryan Christie came close to breaking the deadlock with a curling shot that struck the crossbar. Portugal responded with pressure of their own, but Scotland's defense stood firm.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal's superstar captain, was closely marked by Scotland's Scott McKenna and struggled to make an impact. He came closest to scoring in the second half when he headed just wide from a corner kick.

Scotland had several chances to win the game late on. In the 82nd minute, Lyndon Dykes saw his shot saved by Portugal goalkeeper Rui Patricio. And in injury time, Stuart Armstrong fired over the bar from a promising position.

Ronaldo's Frustration

Ronaldo's failure to score was a major talking point after the match. The Portuguese forward was visibly frustrated throughout, and his mood was not helped by former Celtic player Charlie Mulgrew's commentary.

Mulgrew joked on television that Ronaldo had "a hole in his boot" and compared him to "a motorbike trying to start up." His comments drew criticism from some pundits, but they reflected the general feeling of Scotland's fans, who were delighted with their team's performance.

Top 5 FAQs

  1. Why did Scotland play so well against Portugal?

Scotland played a disciplined and organized game plan, pressing Portugal high up the pitch and defending resolutely. They also took advantage of Portugal's slow start and created several good chances on the counter-attack.

  1. How did Cristiano Ronaldo perform?

Ronaldo was closely marked by Scotland's Scott McKenna and struggled to make an impact. He had few chances to score and was visibly frustrated throughout the game.

  1. What were Charlie Mulgrew's comments about Ronaldo?

Mulgrew joked on television that Ronaldo had "a hole in his boot" and compared him to "a motorbike trying to start up." His comments drew criticism from some pundits but reflected the general feeling of Scotland's fans.

  1. What is the significance of the result for Scotland?

The draw is a significant result for Scotland, who are now unbeaten in their last six matches. It also gives them a boost of confidence ahead of their upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

  1. What is the history of Scotland vs. Portugal matches?

Scotland and Portugal have met 10 times previously, with Portugal winning six games and Scotland winning three. Portugal won the most recent meeting 2-0 in 2018.

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