Portugal, captained by the ever-resilient Cristiano Ronaldo, faced what many deemed an insurmountable task: toppling Spain, the reigning UEFA Nations League holders and newly crowned European champions.

Portugal manager Roberto Martinez speaks on how important Cristiano Ronaldo is to his team after their UEFA Nations League win against Spain.

Cristiano Ronaldo lifted another trophy on Sunday when Portugal defeated Spain in the UEFA Nations League final.

Messages of well wishes, in turn, have since come pouring in from across the world of football, for one of the greatest to ever do it.