Euro 2024
Euro 2024: Three Teams Qualify To Round Of 16 As Portugal Hammers Turkey 3-1
At least three teams have now booked their spot in the Round of 16 at the ongoing Euro 2024 tournament in Germany.
Following their thrilling victory against Turkiye on Saturday, Portugal joined the likes of Germany and Spain in the next round of the Euro tournament.
Germany is scheduled to play Switzerland in their last group-stage match tomorrow, Sunday, June 23.
Turkiye Vs Portugal Match Highlight
Sportxparte reports that Portugal secured a spot in the last 16 of the Euro 2024 on Saturday after defeating Turkey 3-0 and securing the top spot in Group F.
Bernardo Silva’s impressive performance in the 21st minute, followed by a hilarious Samet Akaydin own goal and Bruno Fernandes’ goal in the second half, ensured Portugal’s easy victory in front of a sea of fervent Turkish supporters in Dortmund.
Portugal appeared as a team ready to win their second European Championship, having already won in 2016, with their star-studded lineup effortlessly overcoming Vincenzo Montella’s spirited but restrained Turkish team.
Ronaldo celebrating with Portugal players after victory over Turkey in Euro 2024 group stage match
Ronaldo’s Impact
Cristiano Ronaldo is on track to score at least two more goals, aiming to become the oldest scorer in a European Championship, as Martinez mentioned on Friday that the 39-year-old is in excellent form to play every four days.
Sportxparte reports that it was Ronaldo who selflessly passed the ball to Fernandes for an easy goal in the 56th minute, and he even had time to take a selfie with a young fan who snuck onto the field during the second half.
Martinez’s team, with a perfect record of six points, will face one of the top four teams in the next round and enter their final group match with no pressure to win.
However, Turkey faces a challenge as they need a draw against the Czech Republic on Wednesday to secure second place.
The Turkish fans once again showed their support in large numbers at the Westfalenstadion, with long lines of cars on the roads leading to the stadium several hours before the 6:00 pm (1600 GMT) start.
Some fans even climbed onto cars, joining the thousands of supporters making their way to the venue, chanting and cheering.
