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Why Cristiano Ronaldo stood and faced sideways while Portugal sang their national anthem before Spain game

Ronaldo celebrating his goal against Spain. [Photo/Courtesy]

Cristiano Ronaldo stole the headlines after a virtuoso performance in Portugal's 3-3 draw with Spain in their opening World Cup game on Friday.

The Real Madrid forward broke the deadlock in just the fourth minute of the group clash, when he converted a penalty after being upended in the box.

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