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Fernandes: Portugal's Second-Half Retreat Cost World Cup Bid as Martinez Resigns

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Source: Sports Illustrated
Fernandes: Portugal's Second-Half Retreat Cost World Cup Bid as Martinez Resigns
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Bruno Fernandes blamed Portugal’s decision to drop deep after a strong first half for the 1–0 World Cup Round of 16 loss to Spain, with Mikel Merino scoring late; Cristiano Ronaldo faced scrutiny as coach Roberto Martínez resigned following a disappointing campaign where Portugal won only two of five matches and struggled to advance beyond knockout rounds in recent World Cups.

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