France Beats Portugal to Advance to Euros Semifinals
Five of France's Six Penalty Kicks Successful
Portugal's Hopes Dashed by Felix's Miss
France has defeated Portugal 5-3 on penalties in a thrilling quarter-final match at Euro 2024. The match finished 1-1 after regulation and extra time, with France emerging victorious in the penalty shootout.
France was perfect in their first five penalty kicks, with Kylian Mbappe, Karim Benzema, Antoine Griezmann, Paul Pogba, and Theo Hernandez all finding the back of the net. Portugal's first four penalty takers were successful, but Joao Felix's effort was saved by France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris.
The victory sends France into the semifinals, where they will face the winner of the match between Germany and England. Portugal's tournament is over, but they can be proud of their performance in the competition.
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