Ronaldo found the back of the net in the 88th minute in Sunday's win over Scotland
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00:00Cristiano did 17 sprints against Croatia, the player with the most number of sprints.
00:06So we need to protect the players.
00:09But a game in 72 hours is impossible to have a physical performance.
00:16So Cristiano's task is to play the first half and leave, or enter and finish the game.
00:25And I think that's the decision.
00:28It's an important advantage for the national team.
00:31When he enters, if the scorer needs strength and goals,
00:36Cristiano gives energy, gives a feeling to the fans.
00:40The stadium is different.
00:41If Cristiano leaves, I think it's the opposite.
00:44And it makes it easier for the opponent to do what they want to do when they play away from home in Portugal.
00:51But the important thing is the commitment of all the players.
00:54All the players believe in what they can do for the national team and are prepared for that.
01:04And Cristiano, as captain, was exemplary.