Portugal secured a spot in the last 16 of Euro 2024 with a convincing 3-0 victory over Turkey at the BVB Stadion in Dortmund on Saturday. Bernardo Silva, Samet Akaydin (own goal), and Bruno Fernandes scored for Portugal, who dominated the match and finished top of Group F with six points.
Cristiano Ronaldo, 39, set up Fernandes’ goal and had a chance to become the oldest goalscorer in European Championship history. Portugal’s coach, Martinez, praised Ronaldo’s fitness, saying he can play every four days.
Turkey, who need a draw against the Czech Republic to secure second place, were outplayed by Portugal’s star-studded lineup. The match was marked by passionate support from Turkish fans, but Portugal’s fans celebrated their team’s win and advancement to the knockouts.
The victory sets up a match against one of the four best third-place finishers in the next round for Portugal, while Turkey faces a must-win game against the Czech Republic to advance.
