No for Misstiano Penaldo
BBC branded Cristiano Ronaldo as Misstiano Penaldo in their highlight show for the pre quarter final match against Slovenia for missing a penalty in the extra time. Eventually, his Portugal team won the match in penalty shoot out and he amended for his miss. Football pundits have called out BBC disgraceful for mocking Ronaldo. In fact, Ronaldo boasts one of the highest penalty success rates in football. He's known for converting crucial penalties in high-pressure situations, adding immense weight to his impressive goalscoring record.
Following table charts regular penalty takers and their success percentage.
| Player | # of Penalties scored | # of Penalties taken | Success rate(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Le Tissier | 47 | 48 | 97.9 |
| Lothar Matthäus | 67 | 76 | 88.2 |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 158 | 187 | 84.5 |
| Domenico Berardi | 47 | 56 | 83.9 |
Considering the longevity Ronaldo has in his career and the success rate he holds in penalty kicks, it's wrong to call him as Misstiano Penaldo.