In a Euro 2026 qualifier Group F match, Portugal defeated Ireland 1-0, though the game went down to a thrilling end. Portugal's captain and football legend Cristiano Ronaldo was presented with a penalty opportunity in the 75th minute, but the ball struck the goalpost and went wide.
Sports News: Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo might not have found the net, but Portugal continued their winning streak. In a Euro 2026 qualifier Group F match, Portugal defeated Ireland 1-0. In the 75th minute, Ronaldo was awarded a penalty kick, but his shot hit the goalpost and went out. Ultimately, team midfielder Ruben Neves scored a spectacular goal in injury time (90+1 minute) to secure a valuable victory for Portugal.
Ronaldo's Penalty Miss, Neves Becomes the Hero
In the 75th minute of the match, Ronaldo received a penalty kick, which he failed to convert into a goal. Despite this penalty miss, the Portuguese team did not lose their composure. Portugal maintained continuous dominance in the match, and in the final moments, Ruben Neves scored to secure crucial three points for the team. Neves's goal was not only thrilling but also proved to be the decisive goal that ensured the team's victory. With this win, Portugal registered their third consecutive victory and solidified their top position in Group F.
Group F Standings
- Portugal: 9 points, top position in the group
- Hungary: second place, 5 points behind
This victory solidified Portugal's dominance in their group. Hungary defeated Armenia 2-0 in their match, with goals scored by Dániel Lukács and Zsombor Gruber.
Strong Performances in Other Groups Too
- Group E: Spain and Turkey dominate
Spain defeated Georgia 2-0, with Yeremy Pino and Mikel Oyarzabal scoring in the absence of the injured Lamine Yamal. Turkey crushed Bulgaria 6-1, showcasing the team's aggressive strength and striking ability. Norway defeated Estonia 5-0, with Erling Haaland scoring a hat-trick. With this win, Haaland surpassed the 51-goal mark in 46 matches. This was Norway's sixth consecutive victory, propelling the team to the top of their group with 18 points.
