Ramos replaces Ronaldo, scores first World Cup hat-trick
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Gonçalo Ramos did not feel the weight of replacing his country's biggest star.
The 21-year-old earned the starting spot for Portugal in their Round-of-16 match against Switzerland in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar this Tuesday, and scored the tournament's first hat-trick as the Portuguese cruised to a 6-1 win.
Ramos replaced Ronaldo in the lineup after the former Manchester United striker complained about being substituted in their final Group H match 2-1 loss to the Korean Republic.
The Benfica striker was substituted for Ronaldo in the second half to a roaring cheer by the fans.