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Ronaldo staying positive despite slow Portugal start

The forward, who missed a penalty in his nation's 0-0 stalemate with Austria, insists his side mustn't give up hope of reaching the last 16 despite drawing their first two games

Cristiano Ronaldo has urged his Portugal team-mates not to give up hope of reaching the Euro 2016 knockout stages despite their slow start at the tournament.

Ronaldo spurned a penalty in Portugal's 0-0 stalemate with Austria in Paris to prolong his side's wait to get up and running in France.

Portugal also underwhelmed as they shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw with Iceland in their opening match, meaning they are currently two points behind Group F leaders Hungary.