Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick vs Spain at 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia; watch video

Cristiano Ronaldo has not scored too many free-kicks since leaving Real Madrid in the summer of 2018. However, the Portugal icon will be remembered for his iconic last-gasp free-kick against Spain in the 2018 FIFA World Cup which also completed his hat-trick. Here's the throwback highlight to when Ronaldo guided Portugal to a much-needed draw over fellow European giants Spain.

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Cristiano Ronaldo hat-trick vs Spain at 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia: Watch

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Under the leadership of Cristiano Ronaldo's former Real Madrid teammate Sergio Ramos, Spain entered the group stage tie against Portugal as clear favourites. Despite a disastrous outing by Manchester United keeper David De Gea, a brace from Diego Costa and a goal from Nacho meant that the game was heading towards a 3-2 scoreline in favour of Spain. However, Cristiano Ronaldo had different plans. The Portuguese icon scored a stunning free-kick in the 88th minute to draw the scores level at 3-3 and secure a point for his country. 

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