UEFA Euro 2024: France Overcome Portugal in Penalty Shootout

Portugal Knocked Out of Tournament

France Advance to Semifinals

France have reached the semifinals of the UEFA European Championships Euro 2024 after defeating Portugal 5-3 on penalties in a thrilling quarterfinal clash. The match ended 0-0 after extra time, with France emerging victorious in the shootout thanks to a crucial save from goalkeeper Mike Maignan on Joao Felix's penalty.

The match was a cagey affair, with both teams struggling to create clear-cut chances. Portugal had the better of the possession but were unable to break down the resolute French defense. France, on the other hand, relied on counterattacks and set pieces to threaten the Portuguese goal.

As the match entered extra time, the tension mounted. Portugal pushed for a winning goal, but France held firm. In the end, it was France who prevailed in the penalty shootout, with Kylian Mbappe scoring the winning spot-kick.

France will now face either Spain or Italy in the semifinals. Portugal, meanwhile, will be left to rue their missed opportunities as they exit the tournament in the quarterfinals.