Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence after being benched for Portugal’s World Cup Last 16 tie against Switzerland.

Portugal boss Fernando Santos dropped Ronaldo to the bench for the crunch clash after previously slamming him for sulking when he was subbed off in the 2-1 defeat to South Korea.

However, Portugal bounced back in astonishing fashion by putting SIX past Switzerland as youngster Goncalo Ramos netted a hat-trick.

And following the result Ronaldo has broken his silence.

Taking to Instagram, he revelled in the team’s “incredible” win and shared a photo of him celebrating with the team.

He said: “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!”

Ronaldo was spotted walking off down the tunnel on his own as the rest of his team-mates celebrated their huge win.

The 37-year-old, who saw his contract at Manchester United terminated following a bombshell interview with Piers Morgan, has been offered the chance to play in Saudi Arabia.