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Cristiano Ronaldo receives first international red card

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Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off for elbowing Ireland defender Dara O’Shea in the second half of their World Cup qualifying game. Ronaldo risks a two-game ban which would see him miss the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament, if Portugal qualifies.

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  • Cristiano Ronaldo, aged 40, reached an unwanted milestone in his career.
  • Ronaldo was sent off, receiving his first red card in international football. 8s
  • This was the first time Ronaldo received a red card while playing for Portugal. 15s
  • Irish fans reacted vocally to Ronaldo's dismissal. 19s
  • Ireland defeated Portugal 2-0 in the World Cup qualifier in Dublin. 22s
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