At 3 o'clock in the morning on July 2, Beijing time, in the 1/8 finals of the European Cup, the Portuguese team faced Slovenia, and this game attracted much attention. Cristiano Ronaldo is once again in the starting line-up for Portugal and the whole team is expecting him to score for the team and extend their chances of victory.
In the first half of the game, Portugal and Slovenia had a fierce duel, and the two sides seemed to be balanced, but the scene was a little flat.
On the pitch, Cristiano Ronaldo was at the heart of the Portugal team, and a free-kick shot made fans look forward to it, but the ball went just over the crossbar and failed to become a chance for him to score. This scene made many netizens sigh: "It's a pity that Ronaldo's free kick is a pity, it would be nice if it was a little lower!" Some fans joked.
At the same time, Slovenia's Palhinha's shot was even more embarrassing, as he fired a long-range shot from outside the box that hit the post accurately, a sight that left the fans and spectators alike. Some netizens commented on social media: "Palhnia's foot is really close, it's a pity! "The fans were full of anticipation and commentary on the direction of the game and they hoped that both sides could show more in the second half.
The referee's decision has also become a hot topic among netizens, especially in a scramble for Ronaldo, the referee's failure to make a penalty has caused some controversy. "That's a foul! Why doesn't the referee blow it? Some fans who support the Portuguese team expressed their opinions on social platforms, "This referee is too pro-Slovenian, what kind of game is he officiating at this level!" Other netizens disagreed: "Oh, sometimes it's part of the game, just let them play by themselves, it's not easy for the referee." ”
As the second half began, the scene became more intense as the pace of the game increased. Joao Cancelo and Cristiano Ronaldo faced successive saves from the Slovenian goalkeeper, but neither could find the back of the net. Cristiano Ronaldo's shot was defused by the goalkeeper, and the atmosphere on the field was tense for a while. One fan commented on social media: "It's a pity for Ronaldo this time, if you change the angle a little, maybe you can score!" 'They are looking forward to Cristiano Ronaldo's attack.
Slovenia's Sesko couldn't change the score with a solo shot in the 61st minute, and his shot went just wide of the bottom line, keeping the suspense of the game alive. Some fans communicated with each other on the spot: "It's a pity for Sesko this opportunity, a little more calm can score." Another fan added: "Portugal defended really hard enough to leave no chances for the Slovenian team!" ”
The game entered a crucial phase, with both sides looking for a breakthrough, and the whole Slovenian team was trying to defend and try to seize the initiative in the game. "Slovenia played really top game!" One fan praised on social platforms, "Their defensive system is very solid, it seems that Portugal will have to work hard to score!" "The fans are full of anticipation and evaluation for the performances of both sides, and they want to see more attacking and good performances.
As the game progressed, the tension on the pitch and the hard work of the players were lifting. The crowd shouted one after another, cheering for their team. "Come on, Portugal!" "Slovenia, you have to come on!" The fans cheered enthusiastically from the crowd in anticipation of the final outcome of the match.
Entering the overtime stage, the two sides were still in a stalemate, and the scene was tense and full of suspense. The pace of action on the pitch was quickened, but it was still hard to tell, which led to a penalty shoot-out. Slovenian goalkeeper Costa was brilliant in the shoot-out, saving two Portuguese penalties in a row to delight Slovenian supporters. Some fans spoke excitedly on social media: "Costa is so godly, both penalties saved, it's a savior for the team!" "They were full of praise for the goalkeeper's performance and considered it the key to Slovenia being able to continue playing.
Even in the face of Costa's excellent performance, Ronaldo still showed experience and composure in the final. Cristiano Ronaldo had his first penalty opportunity shortly after the penalty shoot-out began, and he didn't hesitate to get the ball firmly into the back of the net. Some Portuguese fans expressed their excitement and support on the web: "Cristiano Ronaldo is too strong! No tension at all at the critical moment! 'The trust and expectation they have in the captain is palpable, and hopefully this goal will bring the team a ray of victory.
The tension of the penalty shoot-out lasted for some time, and the mood of the fans fluctuated with each round of penalties. The crowd shouted and cheered one after another, cheering for their team. The Slovenian fans are proud of their team, despite their regrets: "Even though we lost, we are proud of the performance of the Slovenian players and Costa!" We will work harder in the next competition! "They have a lot of confidence and anticipation for the future of the team.
In the end, Portugal defeated Slovenia 4-2 on penalties and successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of the European Championship. In their next match, they will take on an equally strong French team, and this matchup is set to be a thrilling battle. At the same time, the other quarter-finals of the European Championship have also been confirmed, including Switzerland vs. England and Germany vs. Spain, bringing more anticipation and excitement to fans.
There is also Costa as a goalkeeper who has shown a very well-rounded ability in the game. His focus is impressive, and he always maintains a high level of alertness and reacts quickly whenever his opponent attacks. Some fans discussed on social media: "Costa's eyes are so powerful, you can see how focused he is on the field!" "They speak highly of the goalkeeper's focus as one of the key factors in making him a good goalkeeper.
In addition, Costa's positioning and agility are also important factors in his success. He was able to flexibly adjust his position on the goal line, effectively reducing the angle of the opponent's shot, thus protecting the safety of the goal. One fan commented: "Costa has a really strong sense of position and can accurately judge the direction of the shot! "They praised the goalkeeper's positioning skills as one of the reasons why he was so good in the game.
In the face of his opponent's shots, Costa showed excellent reflexes and agility. He was quick to make side saves, saves, and even difficult pounces, effectively defusing many dangerous shot threats. Some fans praised during the discussion: "Costa's reaction speed is really amazing, watching him pounce is like watching a hero move in a movie!" "They were amazed at the goalkeeper's reflexes and considered it one of the key traits for him to become a top goalkeeper.
In addition to his defensive performances, Costa has also shown great ability in passing. He is able to get the ball to his teammates with pinpoint long passes or ground balls, effectively launching counter-attacks or helping teams maintain possession. One fan commented: "Costa's passing ability should not be underestimated either, see how he gets the ball up front with a precise long ball! "They recognise the goalkeeper's passing skills as a further demonstration of his versatility.
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