France Defeat Portugal On Penalties To Reach Euro 2024 Semi-Finals

France advanced to the Euro 2024 semifinals after defeating Portugal in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw on Friday. 

The match in Hamburg saw both teams struggle to create scoring opportunities, resulting in a dull 120 minutes of play. However, France came alive in the penalty shootout, with Theo Hernandez scoring the winning spot-kick after Joao Felix's miss proved crucial. France will now face Spain in the last four, setting up a thrilling encounter between two European heavyweights."

Cristiano Ronaldo made no mistake with his penalty, but this is the first time the 39-year-old has failed to score a goal at a major tournament.

After a turgid first half, France goalkeeper Mike Maignan was forced into good saves to deny both Bruno Fernandes and Vitinha.

Eduardo Camavinga shot wide with France’s best opportunity of the match.

Kylian Mbappe was withdrawn at half-time in extra time, still appearing to struggle with the mask he has been wearing since suffering a broken nose in France’s opening game against Austria.