Portugal Kick Off Euro 2024 With Win Against Czechia

Portugal scored a late goal to claim victory against Czechia in their opening game of Euro 2024.

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The Euro 2016 winners came from behind to clinch a 2-1 win over a resolute Czechia.

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Lukas Provod's sensational goal gave Czechia the lead in the 62nd minute.

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Minutes later, the Portuguese side equalised, courtesy of Robin Hranac's own goal.

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Roberto Martinez’s Portugal had to wait until stoppage time to take the lead.

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21-year-old Conceicao’s last-gasp goal gave Portugal a win.

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Portugal’s Pepe became the oldest player to compete in the European Championship.

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Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to play in 6 Euros.

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Portugal will play their next group stage game against Turkey on Saturday.

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