The Manchester United goalkeeper failed to save Ronaldo’s speculative shot in the 44th minute with the ball squirming into the goal.

"We are a team. Players have good days and bad days. But we are a family, we are a team... It's all of us together, we are not leaving anybody lying on the wayside... We are cheering the team on... We are not going to point fingers and blame anyone or criticize anyone... Every player is extremely important," Hierro said.

He added that he was proud of his squad and how the team played against Portugal.

"Spanish players are extremely professional. They went on the pitch to give their best. They are very motivated... I hope they will continue to show this strength as we progress," Hierro said.

Spain will face Iran in Kazan on 20 June before taking on Morocco in Kaliningrad on 25 June in their other two Group B matches.