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France Edges Out Portugal in Penalty Shootout to Reach Euro 2024 Semi-Finals
In a thrilling quarter-final clash in Hamburg, France defeated Portugal in a penalty shootout to secure their spot in the Euro 2024 semi-finals. The decisive moment came when Theo Hernandez scored the winning penalty after substitute Joao Felix missed, hitting the outside of the post.
Kylian Mbappe, who played with a mask due to a broken nose, had to be substituted in extra time after a knock to his face, rendering him unable to participate in the shootout.
The much-anticipated showdown between Mbappe and Cristiano Ronaldo saw both stars failing to make a significant impact during the match, though Ronaldo successfully converted his penalty during the shootout.
France’s victory sets up a semi-final clash against Spain in Munich on Tuesday.