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Goodbye Cristiano! France advance to EURO 2024 semi-finals as Portugal pay ultimate penalty
In a tightly contested quarter-final at Euro 2024, France edged past Portugal in a penalty shootout to secure a spot in the semi-finals. The match, which remained goalless after a lackluster 120 minutes of play, saw Joao Felix miss his penalty, proving decisive as Portugal bowed out of the tournament.
France, who have yet to score or concede from open play throughout the competition, now prepare to face Spain in the semi-finals. The game featured few clear-cut chances, with both teams resorting to long-range efforts in a cautious first half.
🇫🇷 France are faultless in the penalty shootout to advance 👏#EURO2024 | #PORFRA pic.twitter.com/6jdxFKs3XM
— UEFA EURO 2024 (@EURO2024) July 5, 2024
Portugal’s hopes were dashed, sealing their fate in the shootout. Despite late efforts from both sides in extra time, including a missed chance by Cristiano Ronaldo and a close header from Joao Felix hitting the side-netting, France held their nerve to advance.
The match underscored France’s resilience and defensive solidity, setting the stage for an exciting clash against Spain in the next round of Euro 2024.
Penalties
| Portugal – 3 | France – 5 |
|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo (scored) | Ousmane Dembele (scored) |
| Bernardo Silva (scored) | Youssouf Fofana (scored) |
| Joao Felix (missed) | Jules Kounde (scored) |
| Nuno Mendes (scored) | Bradley Barcola (scored) |
| N/A | Theo Hernandez (scored) |