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Portugal advance in World Cup thanks to last-gasp Ramos winner

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Portugal's forward Goncalo Ramos (C) reacts after scoring his team's second goal during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 vs Croatia at the Toronto Stadium in Toronto on July 2, 2026. [Kamil Krzaczynski / AFP]

Substitute Goncalo Ramos's headed goal edged Portugal into the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday after a gripping contest with Croatia.

Ramos connected with a superb pass from Rafael Leao in the fourth minute of stoppage time to snuff out a Croatia team which had created the lion's share of the chances in sapping evening heat in Toronto.

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