Cristiano Ronaldo sent off for foul: Messi did something similar, but remained on the field.
14.11.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
14.11.2025
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Ronaldo's defense by Piers Morgan
Piers Morgan expressed support for Cristiano Ronaldo after his red card in the match for Portugal, questioning why Lionel Messi was not shown a red card for a similar act. Ronaldo, who is celebrating his 40th anniversary, was sent off in the 61st minute of the game in which Portugal lost 0-2 to Ireland. In this match, former Tottenham player Troy Parrott scored two goals.“Why didn't Messi receive a red card for a similar foul?”The Manchester United legend continues to be in the spotlight even after his career has ended, and the reaction to his sending off once again highlights the scale of the discussion that constantly surrounds him.This situation has sparked active debates among football fans and experts. Many question the fairness of refereeing decisions, especially in the context of major personalities in football. Notably biased or subjective refereeing remains a significant topic for discussion in sporting circles.
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