Cristiano Ronaldo saw his penalty saved by Slovenia’s Jan Oblak in the Round of 16 match at the 2024 European Championship. Despite the miss, Portugal ultimately emerged victorious, advancing to the quarterfinals.
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal faced Slovenia in a tense Euro 2024 round of 16 match that went into extra time. Despite Ronaldo’s efforts from free-kicks, the game remained goalless after 90 minutes. This match echoes Portugal’s dramatic Euro 2016 final victory over France, which also went to extra time and saw Ronaldo leave the field injured. Portugal’s resilience and Eder’s 109th-minute goal secured their first European Championship title in a thrilling match.
Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, couldn’t find a way past Slovenia in their Euro 2024 round of 16 match, forcing extra time after a goalless draw in regulation time. The match has now reached extra time, with the potential for a penalty shootout if neither team scores. This echoes Portugal’s disappointing round of 16 exit in the last Euros, where they lost to Belgium in a similar scenario.
The Portugal vs Slovenia Euro 2024 match began with a minute of silence in honor of Sporting CP legend Manuel Fernandes, who passed away last week at the age of 73. Fernandes, a prolific scorer for both Sporting and Portugal, left a lasting impact on the game.
Caleb Surratt, the youngest player in the LIV Golf League, is set to make his Asian Tour debut at the International Series Morocco. The 20-year-old, who has already won three team titles with LIV Golf, sees the event as an opportunity to test himself against a new field and fine-tune his skills. The International Series offers a pathway to the LIV Golf League for top Asian Tour players, providing a platform for Surratt to learn and grow alongside experienced professionals.
Wimbledon, the world’s most prestigious tennis tournament, is back. Beyond the sport itself, the event attracts attention for its fashionable side, with celebrities, royalty, and players alike showcasing style. But beyond trends, a strict dress code exists for those seeking victory on the court.
Cristiano Ronaldo started for Portugal in their Euro 2024 Round of 16 match against Slovenia, but missed a free-kick chance in the first half. Joao Palhinha hit the post with the last action of the first half. Portugal are looking to reach the quarterfinals.
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz kicked off his Wimbledon title defense with a straight-sets victory, while Emma Raducanu made a triumphant return to the tournament. Other notable wins included Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka, who showcased her power and secured her first Wimbledon win since 2019.
Despite the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, Palestine has selected six athletes to compete in the Paris Olympics. The athletes will represent Palestine in boxing, judo, swimming, shooting and taekwondo. The selection comes despite the devastating impact of the conflict on Palestinian sports, with many athletes forced to flee and training facilities destroyed.
Lionel Messi headlines the 30-player MLS All-Star roster, joined by former Barcelona teammates Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Luis Suarez. The MLS All-Stars will face Liga MX’s best on July 24 in Columbus, Ohio.