Ronaldo's World Cup Legacy Under Scrutiny After Controversial Portugal Exit

Portugal were eliminated from the World Cup after a controversial goal — awarded by computer sensor despite no visible contact — gave Croatia victory. The incident has prompted reflection on Cristiano Ronaldo's international legacy and the growing role of technology in deciding football's biggest moments. The manner of Portugal's elimination — decided by a sensor reading invisible to the human eye — raises serious questions about how technology is reshaping football's most consequential decisions at the World Cup.