Portugal vs France: Euro 2024 Quarterfinal Highlights
The Match
Portugal and France faced off in the second quarterfinal of the UEFA European Championships Euro 2024 on Friday, July 5th, 2024. The match was a thrilling encounter that went down to the wire, with France ultimately emerging victorious on penalties.
France's Victory
France took an early lead in the match when Theo Hernandez scored in the 33rd minute. However, Portugal equalized just before halftime through a goal from Joao Felix. The second half was a tense affair, with both teams creating chances but failing to find the back of the net.
The match went to a penalty shootout, and it was France who held their nerve to win 5-3. Hugo Lloris saved the decisive penalty from Joao Felix, sending France through to the semi-finals.
Portugal's Disappointment
Portugal will be disappointed to have been knocked out of the tournament, but they can take solace in the fact that they gave a good account of themselves against a strong French team.
Cristiano Ronaldo, who missed the match due to injury, will be particularly disappointed to have missed out on the opportunity to play against his former Real Madrid teammate, Karim Benzema.
France's Semi-Final Matchup
France will now face Spain in the semi-finals of Euro 2024. The two teams are familiar foes, having met in the final of the 2012 tournament, which Spain won 4-0.
France will be confident of beating Spain again, but they will need to be at their best to overcome a team that has been in excellent form throughout the tournament.
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