WHERE EGOS DARE

Ronaldo's tears were cringeworthy and also did a grave disservice to his team-mates but don't bet against him producing one more magical moment

- ANDY DUNN

HIS ego has no bounds, his antics often embarrassing and his petty behaviour does a grave disservice to his team-mates.

After Portugal's shootout win over Slovenia, plaudits for an extraordinary goalkeeping performance from Diogo Costa should have been front and centre.

Instead, a wave of goodwill and praise for the Porto keeper has been washed away by Cristiano Ronaldo's tears, hushed by the preening superstar's histrionics.

Whatever prompted the Ronaldo waterworks - and there is a suggestion it was the sight of his mother shedding a tear in the stands - they were a cringeworthy distraction from what should have been the story of the night.

Costa's landmark display in Frankfurt - to save three spot-kicks on the spin - is very, very special.

The 24-year-old should be basking in the spotlight after one of the best displays by a goalie ever seen in a major tournament shootout.

Instead, it's all about the biggest poser in football.