'Maybe I got in Ronaldo's head' - managers react to Portugal star's red
Published: 11/14/2025

Cristiano Ronaldo's clash with Irish defender Dara O'Shea during Portugal's World Cup qualifying loss has made him a "pantomime villain" in Irish football. After receiving a red card for elbowing O'Shea, Ronaldo sarcastically applauded Irish fans before exchanging words with the Republic of Ireland boss. The incident highlighted Ronaldo's frustrations during the match, cementing his status as a controversial figure among Irish supporters.



