World Cup 2022 LIVE- Ronaldo dropped in Portugal win, England vs France updates

Portugal became the final team to book their place in the quarter-finals of the World Cup with a win over Switzerland.

The Euro 2016 champions hit their European counterparts for six to cruise to victory, but the main talking point was the decision to bench Cristiano Ronaldo. His replacement, Goncalo Ramos, bagged a hat-trick as he seized his opportunity, which could have repercussions for Ronaldo going forward.

Morocco had shocked Spain earlier in the day, beating them on penalties, to set-up a clash with Portugal. Meanwhile, England continue their preparation for their heavyweight contest with France, who are in confident mood ahead of Saturday's showdown. Croatia vs Brazil will kick-off the next round on Friday.

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08:18Felix Keith

Bellingham impressing in training

Jude Bellingham has been England's breakthrough star of the World Cup - and he's not just impressing in games.

Assistant coach Steve Holland has been singing his praises for the 19-year-old's work in training sessions too.

He said: "He's unique. When you're categorising really top players, I was lucky enough in eight years at Chelsea to experience a few of those. There are the physical attributes, there are the technical attributes, we've talked about Lionel Messi and those special techniques that make you special.

"My experience would be that what makes the top, top ones is the mentality, the mental aspect of it, the self-belief, the confidence, the drive, the ambition every day to push and be competitive. There were a few at Chelsea during my time that I felt were always there every time in training. Cole, Lampard, Drogba, Terry, there were others."

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07:47KEY EVENT

Ronaldo has his say

Cristiano Ronaldo is not used to sitting on the bench with Portugal. In fact, last night was the first time he did not start a match for Portugal at a major tournament in 31 games - a streak which had stretched back to 2008.

His replacement banged in a hat-trick and Ronaldo has had his say on Instagram.

He wrote: "Incredible day for Portugal, with a historic result in the biggest competition in world football. Luxury exhibition of a team full of talent and youth. Our Selection is to be congratulated. The dream is alive! Until the end! Strength, Portugal!"

07:31Felix Keith

Portugal has a new hero

07:19Felix Keith

Good morning

And welcome to Wednesday's World Cup blog!

Here we will bring you all the latest news from Qatar after another drama-packed day in which Spain were knocked out of the tournament on penalties by Morocco and Cristiano Ronaldo-less Portugal thrashed Switzerland.

There's now a lull in matches, with a break until the quarter-finals on Friday. But there's sure to be plenty to discuss.