France Edge Portugal in Euro 2024 Penalty Shootout

Cut-Backs Prove Decisive as Mbappe, Coman Shine

Portugal's Valiant Effort Not Enough

France have booked their place in the semifinals of Euro 2024 after a hard-fought 5-3 penalty shootout victory over Portugal on Friday evening. The match ended 0-0 after regulation time and extra time, with Kylian Mbappe and Kingsley Coman scoring crucial spot-kicks for France.

The game was a tense affair, with both teams having chances to win it in regular time. Portugal came close in the first half when Cristiano Ronaldo hit the post, while France had a late penalty appeal waved away. In extra time, both teams created chances but failed to find the back of the net.

The penalty shootout was a dramatic affair, with both teams missing early on. However, Mbappe and Coman eventually converted their kicks to give France the advantage. Portugal's final penalty was saved by Hugo Lloris, sending France through to the next round.