Portugal Start Euro 2024 Campaign with Victory
The Portugal national team kicked off their Euro 2024 campaign with a narrow 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic in their opening match. The reigning Euro 2016 champions are among the favorites to lift the trophy this summer, boasting a squad filled with world-class talent.
Led by manager Roberto Martinez, the Portuguese squad features a mix of experienced veterans and promising young talents. Veteran defender Pepe, now 41 years old, anchors the backline alongside the likes of Ruben Dias and Joao Cancelo. In midfield, the team is powered by the creativity of Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, and Joao Felix, while Cristiano Ronaldo, at 39 years old, remains a talismanic figure upfront.
“Despite not starting the match, it was substitute Francisco Conceicao who scored the winning goal in the dying moments to secure all three points for Portugal.”
The team will now turn their attention to their remaining group stage fixtures against Turkey and Georgia, both of which they are expected to win as they target the top spot in Group F.
Throughout the Euro 2024 tournament, FourFourTwo will provide comprehensive coverage, including information on all the participating teams’ squads, fixtures, and how to watch the matches. Football enthusiasts can stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the European Championship by following our dedicated Euro 2024 news and analysis.
Portugal Euro 2024 Squad
- GK: Rui Patricio, Jose Sa, Diogo Costa
- DF: Nelson Semedo, Antonio Silva, Danilo Pereira, Joao Cancelo, Ruben Dias, Pepe, Goncalo Inacio, Diogo Dalot, Nuno Mendes
- MF: Joao Palhinha, Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Neves, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Matheus Nunes, Bernardo Silva
- FW: Goncalo Ramos, Joao Felix, Rafael Leao, Francisco Conceicao, Cristiano Ronaldo, Diogo Jota, Pedro Neto
Portugal Fixtures and Results
- June 18: Portugal 2-1 Czech Republic
- June 22: Turkey vs. Portugal
- June 26: Georgia vs. Portugal
Portugal Euro 2024 Top Scorer
1 goal – Francisco Conceicao
Portugal Manager
Roberto Martinez
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