Cristiano Ronaldo was the centre of controversy in Portugal's FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers on Thursday. The former Manchester United star was sent off for elbowing defender Dara O’Shea in the second half. It was the first ever red card in his international career for Ronaldo, who walked off sarcastically applauding the referee's decision.

The Irish fans responded calling the Portugal legend a 'cry baby'. The hosts jeered and booed in jubilation as the 40-year-old made his way off the field, making the 'crying baby' gesture. Incidentally, the Real Madrid legend had made the same gesture towards Nathan Collins, five minutes before he was sent off.

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