Ronaldo bloodied in Portugal match after brutal collision with Czech Republic goalkeeper

Cristiano Ronaldo bled after a collision with goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik during Portugal's Nations League clash against Czech Republic on Saturday.

Ronaldo collided with Czech goalkeeper
Attacker required treatment after bleeding from face
Portugal star managed to continue playing

WHAT HAPPENED? The Portugal star jumped to meet a high ball but he was caught by the goalkeeper and suffered a nasty blow to the face. The attacker bled from his face and required a plaster across his nose.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Portugal coach Fernando Santos and his side would have been concerned about the 37-year-old's condition after seeing him knocked down in the early stages of the game, but he was able to continue playing.

AND WHAT'S MORE: The Manchester United forward is a key part of Portugal's hopes for the World Cup in Qatar later this year and Saturday's Nations League clash is a key part of their preparations for the tournament.

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WHAT NEXT FOR PORTUGAL? Ronaldo and his fellow Portugal stars will take on Spain in their next Nations League clash on Tuesday.

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