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Monday 11 July 2016

Portugal beat France to win Euro 2016



It was ecstasy for Portugal and agony for France as the Selecao defeated hosts France to win Euro 2016.


The Cristiano Ronaldo-led side despite all odds stunned the hosts after 109 minutes when substitute Eder struck to ensure the epic final did not get into a penalty shootout.

Both sides played with a high level of caution from the first blast of the whistle; however the major talking point was in the 24th minute, when Cristiano Ronaldo signalled to be substituted mid-way through the first half after he was tripped by Dmitry Payer and then Evra on his left knee. Portugal need to thank goalkeeper Patricio who made strings of spectacular saves to deny the hosts, as the game ended 0-0 after 90minutes. Substitute Eder got the all-important goal after 109 minutes to ensure the Selecao win the tournament, as Cristiano Ronaldo finally win a trophy with his country. It ended; Portugal 1-0 France.





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