Portugal's Euro 2024 Fixtures and Results
Matches and Scores
Quarter-Final: Portugal vs. France
Portugal's Euro 2024 campaign came to an end after a heartbreaking 5-3 penalty shootout loss to France in the quarter-finals. The match ended 1-1 in regulation time, with France scoring first through Karim Benzema before João Felix equalized for Portugal in the second half.
Group Stage: Portugal's Journey
Portugal finished second in Group B, behind Belgium, with five points from three matches. They began their campaign with a 3-0 win over the Czech Republic, followed by a 1-1 draw with Spain. They secured their place in the knockout stage with a 2-1 victory over Switzerland in their final group match.
Player Performances
Diogo Costa's Heroics
Goalkeeper Diogo Costa was Portugal's standout performer throughout the tournament. He made several crucial saves in the group stage and particularly shone in the penalty shootout against the Czech Republic, saving all three spot-kicks.
Félix's Unlucky Miss
João Félix had a mixed Euro 2024. He scored a vital goal in the quarter-final against France but missed the crucial penalty in the shootout. His performance highlighted both his potential and the need for further consistency.
Overall Assessment
Portugal's Euro 2024 campaign ended with a disappointing quarter-final exit. However, the team showed resilience and determination throughout the tournament. Diogo Costa's heroics and the emergence of young talents provide optimism for the future.
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