Spanish press celebrates “hero Merino”… and Portuguese newspapers celebrate Ronaldo’s era

In a night that brought fresh disappointment for Portugal, the international press not only followed their exit from the 2026 World Cup but also analyzed the reasons for the drop, criticizing the performance, praising Spain’s determination and the end of the Cristiano Ronaldo era with the national team.

Ronaldo and his companions could not extend the dream of continuing in the World Cup and slipped on Monday night against Spain, who won 1-0 thanks to the foot of Mikel Merino in the 90th + 1 minute.