France eliminates Portugal on penalties to reach the semi-finals

In the quarter-finals of the 2024 European Football Championship (EURO 2024), France defeated Portugal 5-3 on penalties after the match ended in a goalless draw following regular time and extra time, advancing to the semi-finals.

In the quarter-finals of the 2024 European Football Championship (EURO 2024) held in Germany, Portugal and France faced off at the Volkspark Stadium.

There were no goals in the first half of the match, which was officiated by English referee Michael Oliver.

As the attacks from both teams remained fruitless in the second half, the match went into extra time.

Since the deadlock could not be broken in either period of extra time, the match proceeded to a penalty shootout.

France, having secured a 5-3 victory over their opponent on penalties, booked their place in the semi-finals. France will face Spain in the semi-finals.

News Source: 12punto