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FIFA WC: Laporte's Revival Helps Spain Extend Defensive Record

By IANS News July 07, 2026 • 19:18 PM View: 189

FIFA World Cup: Aymeric Laporte and Cristiano Ronaldo experienced contrasting emotions after Spain eliminated Portugal from the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday.

While Ronaldo left the field in tears following Portugal's exit in the Round of 16, Laporte was all smiles after helping Spain book a place in the quarterfinals while extending one of the tournament's most remarkable defensive records.

Laporte spent two years alongside Ronaldo at Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr between 2023 and 2025 before returning to Athletic Club, where he had begun his professional career, reports Xinhua.

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