Diogo Jota forced to endure Cristiano Ronaldo's latest tantrum as water bottle kicked

As Cristiano Ronaldo's frustration during the 2024 Euros unfolded, the Portuguese star kicked a water bottle after being substituted off the pitch.

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota was on the bench to witness the event firsthand. Ronaldo was already in hot water during the heated match after feeling an apparent tug on his shirt in the penalty area and wanting a penalty kick. Referee Sandro Schaerer didn't give Ronaldo the verdict he was looking for, and incensed by the perceived injustice, the Portugal captain launched into an angry protest, earning a yellow card.

Portugal manager Roberto Martinez decided to sub off Ronaldo 66 minutes into the game for Goncalo Ramos. At that point, Portugal was already 2-0 down, following an early strike just two minutes into the match from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and a successfully converted penalty by Georges Mikautadze.

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Despite his frustration, Ronaldo's teammates, including Jota, who was outfitted in his yellow vest, and the rest of the team's reserves tried to show their support for their star. They welcomed him with high fives and words of encouragement as he took his seat, a display of camaraderie that was not lost on the audience.

Jota sat to Ronaldo's immediate left, watching as the star striker held his head down in frustration as the game resumed. Georgia made national history with a 2-0 victory in the Group F match, marking its first-ever win in a major tournament and securing its place in the last 16. Jota was not selected in the starting lineup against Georgia and did not play during the game. His involvement in the Euros has been limited, with his only appearance being as a substitute against Czechia.

His recent performances for Portugal have primarily occurred in international friendlies against Ireland, Croatia, and Finland. He scored off the bench in a 2-1 loss to Croatia. Despite his limited playtime in the tournament, Jota has continued to demonstrate his value to the national team in other matches.

The victory was a significant upset, as Portugal, a more established and highly ranked team, had already secured its spot in the knockout stage before the match. Georgia neutralized Ronaldo, who failed to make a significant impact during the game.

Although the Portuguese striker's frustrations were on full display, he still respected Kvaratskhelia by giving the Georgian his game-worn shirt after the match. As a big fan of Ronaldo, the gesture visibly moved Kvaratskhelia, and soccer fans quickly noted its significance online.

The moment resonated deeply, especially as fans posted video clips of Kvaratskhelia choosing Ronaldo over Messi in the age-old debate. The exchange underscored the mutual respect between players, even in the heat of competition.