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In the final clash of the group stage of the Euro 2024 in Germany, an unimaginable battle was staged between Portugal and Georgia.
As the world No. 6 Portugal team, even though they secured early qualification and firmly sat at the top of the group, they were overwhelmed by the Georgian team in this seemingly unsuspenseful battle.
In the end, it was a jaw-dropping 0-2 defeat, setting off a stormy upset in the European Championship.
1. Lightning Raid, Georgia's dream start
As soon as the whistle blew, the Portuguese team fell into the abyss from which they could never recover.
Just 92 seconds into the game, Antonio Silva's unbelievable return pass error was like a gift to Georgia.
Mikautadze won the ball from the centre circle and advanced with great momentum, distributing the ball precisely to Kvaratskhelia on the left, who fired a thunderous low left-footed shot from the left side of the box that instantly penetrated the Portuguese goal and gave Georgia a dream 1-0 lead.
Second, the controversy has been repeated, and Ronaldo is angry and yellow
As the game progressed into the 28th minute, the situation on the pitch became more and more complicated.
Portugal's attack in the box was blocked, and Ronaldo was savagely dragged by his opponent and fell to the ground, but the referee ignored it and did not award a penalty.
This decision instantly ignited the anger of Cristiano Ronaldo, who angrily vented his frustration to the referee, and even made a drastic move of pulling the shirt, and was then ruthlessly shown a yellow card.
This controversial episode not only made Ronaldo's emotions on the verge of spiraling out of control, but also disrupted the original smooth offensive rhythm of the Portuguese team.
Third, the penalty is doomed, and Portugal is even worse
The second half turned abruptly and Portugal's situation became more and more precarious.
In the 57th minute, a reckless foul by Antonio Silva in the box tripped Lochoshvili, who was rushing forward with the ball.
The referee was hesitant at first, but with the intervention of VAR, a penalty was finally awarded to the Georgian team.
Mikautadze stepped up and calmly smashed the ball into the bottom right corner as Georgia pushed Portugal into a desperate position with a huge 2-0 advantage.
Fourth, strictly guard, Georgia is impregnable
As the clock ticked down, the Georgian team quickly adjusted their strategy and built their defence as solid as a rock.
Their players worked together to dismantle Portugal's desperate and frantic comebacks time and time again.
In particular, in the 82nd minute, Georgia replaced Kvaratskhelia, and the whole team defended with all their might, and finally managed to secure a 2-0 victory.
Epilogue:
In this game, the Georgian team was like a dark horse that broke free, with its exquisite tactical layout and unbreakable fighting spirit, it created a miracle that shocked the world, and advanced to the round of 16.
Portugal, on the other hand, suffered a waterloo, which undoubtedly cast a heavy shadow over their European Championship campaign.
The flames of the European Championship are still burning, and the subsequent knockout rounds will be even more thrilling.
Dear readers, what are your unique insights on this thrilling competition? Why do you think Portugal stumbled? And will Georgia be able to make it to the bottom in the knockout round?
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