Lisbon, July 7 -- Former Portugal and Manchester United legend Luis Nani hailed the national men's side following their round of 16 exit in the ongoing FIFA World Cup at the hands of Spain on Monday, saying that the team deserves "respect, support and trust", knowing well how much the jersey means to the players playing for the nation today.

Portugal's FIFA World Cup dreams were shattered by a late winner from Mikel Merino as Spain edged past the Cristiano Ronaldo-led side 1-0 and punched their ticket to the quarterfinals.

Cristiano, playing his last FIFA WC ever, walked off the pitch with tears in his eyes as, despite the massive weight of his goals, club accomplishments, individual awards, records and honours, the World Cup eluded him...