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Match Description – Portugal 🇵🇹 vs France 🇫🇷 | UEFA Euro 2016 Final The night of July 10, 2016, at the Stade de France in Paris, was one that would forever be etched into Portuguese football history. The hosts, France, entered the final as overwhelming favorites, driven by the home crowd and the brilliance of Antoine Griezmann, the tournament’s top scorer. But destiny had another plan. Early heartbreak struck Portugal as Cristiano Ronaldo, their talisman and captain, was forced off in tears after just 25 minutes due to injury. Yet, his departure only ignited a deeper spirit within the team. Under the guidance of Fernando Santos, Portugal defended with unity and discipline. Goalkeeper Rui Patrício produced heroic saves to deny France’s attacks, while the defense, led by Pepe, stood firm under immense pressure. As the match dragged into extra time, a new hero emerged. In the 109th minute, substitute Éder unleashed a thunderous long-range strike that stunned the stadium and sent Portugal into dreamland. The goal silenced the French crowd and sealed a historic 1–0 victory for Portugal — their first-ever major international title. Cristiano Ronaldo, from the sidelines, became a leader of pure emotion,