On July 10, 2023, the 2020 European Football Championship came to an end at Wembley Stadium in London. Portugal defeated France 2-1, successfully defending its European Cup title, becoming the second team to achieve the European Cup after Spain.
On July 10, 2023, the 2020 European Football Championship came to an end at Wembley Stadium in London. Portugal defeated France 2-1, successfully defending its European Cup title, becoming the second team to achieve the European Cup after Spain.
The final was a classic, with both sides showing high level of skills and tactics and tenacious fighting spirit. In the first half, the French team took the lead in breaking the deadlock. Mbape was fouled by Pepe in the restricted area, and the referee awarded a penalty. Gretzman hit the penalty, and the French team took a 1-0 lead.
In the second half, Portugal strengthened its attack, and Ronaldo became the core of the team. In the 55th minute, Ronaldo received a cross from Bernardo Silva in the restricted area, headed the goal, and the ball hit the arm of the French defender Kim Pompey. The referee again awarded a penalty kick. Ronaldo handled it himself, and the Portuguese team equalized 1-1 in one move.
In the 75th minute, Ronaldo showed his magic again. He stole Bogba's pass in the middle of the court, then broke through the French defense line with the ball. Facing goalkeeper Loris, he calmly scored the ball into the far corner, and Portugal beat the score 2-1.
In the last 15 minutes, the French team fought back desperately, but the Portuguese team's defense was very solid, leaving no chance for the opponent. At the final whistle, Portugal successfully defended its European Cup title. The whole team cheered and celebrated. Ronaldo held the trophy excitedly and roared his joy to the sky.
In this final, Ronaldo not only led the Portuguese team to achieve the great cause of the European Cup, but also created a number of personal history records. The following are some highlights of Ronaldo in this European Cup:
data |
Record |
7 goals in 6 games |
The most goals scored in a single European Cup |
14 goals in European Cup |
The Best Shooter in European Cup History |
25 appearances in European Cup |
Most appearances in European Cup history |
Goal in European Cup for 5 consecutive times |
Most consecutive goals in European Cup history |
National team scored 128 goals in total |
The highest number of goals scored by the men's national football team certified by FIFA |
Ronaldo's performance in this European Cup proves once again that he is the leader and legend of the football world today. His age is just a number, and his achievements are eternal.