Portugal Avoids Upset in Euro 2024
Ronaldo's Tears Turn to Joy
Portugal narrowly escaped a major upset in the Euro 2024 round of 16, defeating Slovenia 3-0 in a penalty shootout. After a goalless 120 minutes, Portugal converted all three of their penalties while Slovenia missed one. Cristiano Ronaldo, who had been in tears after missing a penalty in the first half, was overcome with emotion after Portugal's victory.
In the round of 16 match, Rúben Dias played a crucial role for Portugal. The Manchester City defender was positionally excellent and helped to manage Slovenia's attacking threats. Despite their dominance in possession, Slovenia struggled to create clear-cut chances, thanks in part to Dias's performance.
Portugal will now face France in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024. The match will be a rematch of the 2016 Euro final, which Portugal won 1-0. Ronaldo will be looking to continue his impressive goalscoring form in the tournament, while France will be hoping to avenge their defeat from 2016.
The victory over Slovenia was a major relief for Portugal, who had been under pressure to perform after their disappointing showing at the 2022 World Cup. Ronaldo's tears of frustration have now turned to tears of joy, and Portugal will be confident of making a deep run in Euro 2024.
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