Zapping Foot National Coupe de France: Calais, Quevilly, El-Biar, … the greatest exploits of the competition
Portugal had to surpass themselves this evening for the second day of the group stage. Their first match last Tuesday against the Czech Republic had raised more questions than confidence despite a victory snatched at the end of the game (2-1). Leão exploited Nuno Mendes’ call to place Bernardo Silva in an ideal position to conclude (0-1, 22nd). Following an off-target shot from Bruno Fernandes (26th), Turkey self-scuttled in a few moments. Following a misunderstanding between Cancelo and Ronaldo, Akaydin recovered the ball and tried to pass it to his goalkeeper, but Bayindir had left his post, and the ball crossed the goal line, despite Celik’s effort (0- 2, 28e). Akturkoglu tried to wake up his team with an individual action, superbly repelled by Diogo Costa (31st), but Turkey returned to the locker room stunned by this mistake. The teammates of a discreet CR7 returned without Leão and Palhinha, both booked in the first half.
Ronaldo decisive passer
With Ruben Neves and Pedro Neto, Portugal maintained the pressure and increased their lead. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner, taking advantage of poor defensive positioning, served Bruno Fernandes who found himself alone in front of the goal (0-3, 54th). With this seventh assist, the Al-Nassr player became the best passer in the history of the Euro. The entry of the “Little Prince” Arda Güler, heroic substitute against Georgia and uncertain before the match, failed to revitalize the Starry Crescent team. The score could have been heavier if Ronaldo had not missed his header (66th), and if Bernardo Silva had anticipated Bayindir’s exit (88th) to finish the match with one last action (90th). The Seleção are satisfied with this dominant victory, achieving a double by taking the lead of Group F and clinching their place in the round of 16.
To sum up
. The score could have been heavier if Ronaldo had not missed his header (66th), and if Bernardo Silva had anticipated Bayindir’s exit (88th) to finish the match with one last action (90th). The Seleção are satisfied with this dominant victory, achieving a double by taking the lead of Group F and clinching their place in the round of 16.
