Ronaldo's World Cup career ends in tears as 'pandering' Martinez departs
BBC Sport looks at the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career as he fails to win football's biggest prize.
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"He's waddling around the field like a grandad, that's why Portugal are out."
— Chris Sutton , Athlete
"We need to thank him for what he tried to do at this World Cup."
— Roberto Martinez , Athlete
Key People
Chris Sutton is a former English professional footballer and current sports commentator.
Cristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese professional footballer and the all-time leading scorer in international football.
Roberto Martinez is the coach of the Portuguese national football team.
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BBC Sport looks at the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career as he fails to win football's biggest prize.
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