Cristiano Ronaldo shows Wales that he the best after leading Portugal to a 2-0 win, for the very first time on foreign soil. Before the much talked about match the media headlines were dominated by talk of a Ronaldo and Bale rivalry, but Ronaldo, who matched Michel Platini's record of goals in Euro tournaments, dismissed talks of comparison between him and the Welshman with a goal and an assist.
Portugal started with their
preferred 4-4-2 formation starting Ronaldo and Nani as strikers, while Wales,
who have enjoyed a fairy-tale journey in the tournament so far, started with
Gareth Bale and Robson-Kanu in attack with Aaron Ramsey missing through
suspension.
The game started with dour
flashes of possession between both teams as both teams tried to approach the
match tactically.
Portugal probably should
have had a penalty when Collins had Ronaldo in a headlock early in the half but
the referee said no.
Wales were probably the
happiest in the first half and looked a threat, but on the break it was 0-0.
The second half started with
no changes.
Then the moment came, Joe
Allen fouled Adrian Silva 45 yards out and Ronaldo decided against shooting
shot at goal. But from the resulting corner, a goal ensued. GOOOOAAAAALLLL!! 1-0 in Portugal's favour. Ronaldo leaped highest and scored from the corner.
Portugal rallied for the win
and with substitutions that included
Moutinho and Quaresma played out a 2-0 win over Wales.
This is Ronaldo's 61st
international goal for his country and Portugal will play either France or
Germany in the final.
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