Gonçalo Ramos' emotional tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo after his heroic goal against Croatia

Portuguese striker Gonçalo Ramos dedicated his winning goal against Croatia to Cristiano Ronaldo. He expressed the team's collective desire to help Ronaldo secure his first World Cup title.
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Gonçalo Ramos was Portugal’s hero in the dramatic Round of 32 clash against Croatia, as the Portuguese side secured a 2-1 victory thanks to the striker’s stunning last-gasp header. The PSG forward, who could reportedly join AC Milan next season, paid tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo in the mixed zone after scoring the goal that keeps Portugal’s dream of winning its first World Cup alive. “I’m very happy to have scored this goal. I dedicate it especially to Cristiano Ronaldo. He is the greatest of all time and my idol. I used to watch him when I was a kid, and it’s an honor for me to score alongside him at a World Cup,” he told reporters. Ramos revealed that Portugal’s dressing room is united behind the goal of helping Cristiano Ronaldo finally win the World Cup, the only major trophy missing from his illustrious career. “I’m happy that we’re getting closer and closer to the trophy, and together we’ll do everything possible to win the World Cup for him. It means a lot to me, and every one of us is ready to give everything and make sure we bring the trophy home for Cristiano Ronaldo,” he said.
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