Cristiano Ronaldo came up short with an opportunity to punch Portugal’s ticket to the Euro 2024 quarterfinals.
He was awarded a penalty kick in the 105th minute, but an incredible save from Slovenia’s Jan Oblak kept the match alive. Ronaldo was overcome with emotion after coming up short in that big spot.
However, he earned his shot at redemption.
The Round of 16 contest ultimately went to a penalty shootout as it remained locked in a 0-0 tie at the end of extra time. Ronaldo wouldn’t squander his second chance, and after he started the team off with a make, Portugal ultimately won the shootout 3-0.
He once again became emotional, but this time, it was a look of sheer joy and relief.
PORTUGAL SURVIVES!!!! 🇵🇹🇵🇹
Absolute heartbreak for Slovenia 💔 pic.twitter.com/PmPyOJGWmZ
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) July 1, 2024
Portugal advances to face France, which dispatched Belgium 1-0 with a goal in the 85th minute in its Round of 16 matchup, on Friday in Hamburg. Ronaldo is 39 and playing in his record sixth Euro, and he’s looking to help Portugal capture its second championship after it won Euro 2016.
