Portugal threw men forward, including, with seconds to go, its goalkeeper, Rui Patrício, but could not get another equalizer.

Uruguay, a nation of just three million, is now back in the last eight of the World Cup for the seventh time. And Ronaldo is headed for the exit.

In a show of sportsmanship, he helped Cavani off the field in the second half after the Uruguayan star injured his leg, and the crowd cheered the gesture. But nothing Ronaldo could do in the remainder of the game could truly rouse the fans again.

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Here’s how Uruguay defeated Portugal:

96’: Last-Chance Corner

Portugal has sent its keeper Patricio into the box and he gets a head to it. But no. We’re well past the four minutes.

95’: Portugal Chance!

Quaresma from 10 feet … but it’s straight to the keeper and saved.

94’: Foul?!

Quaresma of Portugal really, really wants a foul called when he’s brought down outside the box by Stuani. The ref, who has let them play in this game, says No.

91’: Ronaldo Shoots!

Here’s an update to frighten Uruguay fans: Ronaldo shoots. But it’s from far out and wide. Four minutes of added time.

88’: Uruguay Applying Pressure

Uruguay breaks two-on-one, but Portugal scrambles back on defense before they can get anything much going.