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Why Ronaldo stroked his chin after scoring a penalty in Portugal's World Cup draw with Spain

David De Gea attempted to put off Cristiano Ronaldo [Photo: Courtesy]

Cristiano Ronaldo kick-started Portugal's World Cup clash with Spain in the best way possible - with a goal in just four minutes.

The Real Madrid forward was taken down in the box by Nacho as he attempted to find some space to get a shot away, and the referee pointed to the spot.

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