Jose Fonte has torn up the theory that Cristiano Ronaldo inspired Portugal to Euro 2016 glory - by claiming none of the players noticed his touchline encouragement. 

However, former Southampton defender Fonte - who partnered Pepe for 119 minutes of that match - insists he and his team-mates and learned of Ronaldo's antics later. 

Euro 2024 ended with heartbreak for Ronaldo as Portugal lost 5-3 on penalties to France after a 0-0 draw in the quarter-finals.

The former Manchester United and Real Madrid ace, 39, is still going strong and was the top scorer in last season's Saudi Pro League by a margin of seven goals.