Gonçalo Ramos' stoppage‑time header sends Portugal to World Cup 2026

Portugal secured a 2‑1 victory over Croatia in the World Cup 2026 qualifying round in Toronto, with Gonçalo Ramos scoring the decisive goal in added time. Cristiano Ronaldo had equalised earlier in the second half, and the win guarantees Portugal a place among the final sixteen, setting up a decisive match against Spain.

The match saw Croatia open the scoring through Ivan Perišić before Portugal responded. After a period of VAR checks and disallowed goals, Ramos' powerful header in the fourth minute of stoppage time proved enough to clinch the qualification, while Croatia’s late equaliser attempts were ruled out.

Portugal now looks ahead to a high‑profile showdown with Spain, while Croatia will need to regroup for the next qualifier.