France beat Portugal on penalties to reach Euro 2024 semi-finals
Portugal knocked out after Joao Felix missed in shootout
France beat Portugal 5-3 on penalties to reach the Euro 2024 semi-finals after a thrilling quarter-final clash at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg.
The match finished 0-0 after 90 minutes and extra time, with neither side able to find a breakthrough. Portugal had the better chances in the shootout, but Joao Felix missed the decisive penalty to send France through.
France will now face either Spain or England in the semi-finals, while Portugal's Euro 2024 campaign is over.
It was a disappointing end for Portugal, who had been one of the favourites to win the tournament. They started the match brightly and created several chances, but they were unable to find the back of the net.
France grew into the game as the first half wore on, and they had the better chances in the second half. Kylian Mbappe was particularly dangerous, and he came close to scoring on several occasions.
The match went to extra time, but neither side could find a winner. Portugal had the better chances in the shootout, but Joao Felix missed the decisive penalty to send France through.
It was a disappointing end for Portugal, but France will be delighted to have reached the semi-finals. They will now be one of the favourites to win the tournament.
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