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Ronaldo Sent Off vs. Ireland as FIFA Reviews Ban That Could Carry Into World Cup

FIFA’s disciplinary panel will rule within roughly three weeks on whether the elbow counts as serious foul play or violent conduct, a decision that could extend any extra games into Portugal’s World Cup schedule.

Dublin (Irlanda), 13/11/2025.- Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo gestures during the 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers Group F soccer match between Ireland and Portugal, in Dublin, Ireland, 13 November 2025. (Mundial de Fútbol, Irlanda) EFE/EPA/JOSE SENA GOULAO
La FIFA analiza una dura sanción para el delantero portugués
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Cristiano Ronaldo fue expulsado en las Eliminatorias.

Overview

  • The referee upgraded an initial yellow to a direct red after VAR for Cristiano Ronaldo’s elbow on Dara O’Shea during Portugal’s 2-0 loss in Dublin.
  • The dismissal triggers an automatic one-match suspension, so Ronaldo will miss Portugal’s next qualifier against Armenia, with a win set to clinch qualification.
  • FIFA typically publishes disciplinary verdicts up to three weeks after an international window, meaning the ruling could arrive after the Dec. 5 World Cup draw.
  • FIFA rules set minimum bans of two matches for serious foul play and three for violent conduct, and any additional suspension must be served in official competitions such as the World Cup.
  • It was Ronaldo’s first red card for Portugal in 226 caps; he left to boos and ‘Messi’ chants, and coach Roberto Martínez defended his captain while accepting the red.