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The Advertiser
04-07-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Spain thrash grieving Portugal in women's Euro clash
Spain striker Esther Gonzalez scored twice in the first half as her side powered to a 5-0 win over Portugal at the women's Euros that was overshadowed by the deaths of Portugal international Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in a car accident. On an emotional Thursday night that began with a minute's silence for the brothers, Portugal went behind almost immediately, Olga Carmona putting the ball over the top for Gonzalez to run on to and score in the second minute. Mariona Caldentey did superbly to pull the ball across the box for Vicky Lopez to score the second goal five minutes later. The Portuguese managed to steady the ship but they were rocked again four minutes before the break when Alexia Putellas took down another great pass from Caldentey on her chest before calmly cutting inside and firing home. There was more misery to come for Portugal before halftime as Gonzalez netted her second two minutes later, scoring from close range after Claudia Pina's cross came back off the far post. The Spaniards were delighted to be able to bring in Aitana Bonmati from the bench following her recent brush with viral meningitis, and the playmaker wasted no time getting into the thick of things, setting up a chance for Cristina Martin-Prieto. Portugal showed more composure in the second half but they were no match for Spain's power, precision and technique and, though they held Spain at bay for most of the second half, Martin-Prieto scored with a superb late header to complete the rout. With Italy having defeated Belgium 1-0 earlier in the evening, Spain top the group with the Italians second. Spain take on the Belgians in their next game, while Portugal face Italy. The game may have ended 5-0 to Spain but it was undoubtedly the Portuguese fans who won the battle in the stands as they put aside their grief to instead display their passion for all the world to see. "At this moment, we continue to depend only on ourselves and we will do everything, as long as it is so, to make the Portuguese proud," Portugal coach Francisco Neto told Sport TV. "On the field, we were inferior to Spain - off the field, there is no doubt that we won by a landslide." Spain striker Esther Gonzalez scored twice in the first half as her side powered to a 5-0 win over Portugal at the women's Euros that was overshadowed by the deaths of Portugal international Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in a car accident. On an emotional Thursday night that began with a minute's silence for the brothers, Portugal went behind almost immediately, Olga Carmona putting the ball over the top for Gonzalez to run on to and score in the second minute. Mariona Caldentey did superbly to pull the ball across the box for Vicky Lopez to score the second goal five minutes later. The Portuguese managed to steady the ship but they were rocked again four minutes before the break when Alexia Putellas took down another great pass from Caldentey on her chest before calmly cutting inside and firing home. There was more misery to come for Portugal before halftime as Gonzalez netted her second two minutes later, scoring from close range after Claudia Pina's cross came back off the far post. The Spaniards were delighted to be able to bring in Aitana Bonmati from the bench following her recent brush with viral meningitis, and the playmaker wasted no time getting into the thick of things, setting up a chance for Cristina Martin-Prieto. Portugal showed more composure in the second half but they were no match for Spain's power, precision and technique and, though they held Spain at bay for most of the second half, Martin-Prieto scored with a superb late header to complete the rout. With Italy having defeated Belgium 1-0 earlier in the evening, Spain top the group with the Italians second. Spain take on the Belgians in their next game, while Portugal face Italy. The game may have ended 5-0 to Spain but it was undoubtedly the Portuguese fans who won the battle in the stands as they put aside their grief to instead display their passion for all the world to see. "At this moment, we continue to depend only on ourselves and we will do everything, as long as it is so, to make the Portuguese proud," Portugal coach Francisco Neto told Sport TV. "On the field, we were inferior to Spain - off the field, there is no doubt that we won by a landslide." Spain striker Esther Gonzalez scored twice in the first half as her side powered to a 5-0 win over Portugal at the women's Euros that was overshadowed by the deaths of Portugal international Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in a car accident. On an emotional Thursday night that began with a minute's silence for the brothers, Portugal went behind almost immediately, Olga Carmona putting the ball over the top for Gonzalez to run on to and score in the second minute. Mariona Caldentey did superbly to pull the ball across the box for Vicky Lopez to score the second goal five minutes later. The Portuguese managed to steady the ship but they were rocked again four minutes before the break when Alexia Putellas took down another great pass from Caldentey on her chest before calmly cutting inside and firing home. There was more misery to come for Portugal before halftime as Gonzalez netted her second two minutes later, scoring from close range after Claudia Pina's cross came back off the far post. The Spaniards were delighted to be able to bring in Aitana Bonmati from the bench following her recent brush with viral meningitis, and the playmaker wasted no time getting into the thick of things, setting up a chance for Cristina Martin-Prieto. Portugal showed more composure in the second half but they were no match for Spain's power, precision and technique and, though they held Spain at bay for most of the second half, Martin-Prieto scored with a superb late header to complete the rout. With Italy having defeated Belgium 1-0 earlier in the evening, Spain top the group with the Italians second. Spain take on the Belgians in their next game, while Portugal face Italy. The game may have ended 5-0 to Spain but it was undoubtedly the Portuguese fans who won the battle in the stands as they put aside their grief to instead display their passion for all the world to see. "At this moment, we continue to depend only on ourselves and we will do everything, as long as it is so, to make the Portuguese proud," Portugal coach Francisco Neto told Sport TV. "On the field, we were inferior to Spain - off the field, there is no doubt that we won by a landslide."
Perth Now
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Spain thrash grieving Portugal in women's Euro clash
Spain striker Esther Gonzalez scored twice in the first half as her side powered to a 5-0 win over Portugal at the women's Euros that was overshadowed by the deaths of Portugal international Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in a car accident. On an emotional Thursday night that began with a minute's silence for the brothers, Portugal went behind almost immediately, Olga Carmona putting the ball over the top for Gonzalez to run on to and score in the second minute. Mariona Caldentey did superbly to pull the ball across the box for Vicky Lopez to score the second goal five minutes later. The Portuguese managed to steady the ship but they were rocked again four minutes before the break when Alexia Putellas took down another great pass from Caldentey on her chest before calmly cutting inside and firing home. There was more misery to come for Portugal before halftime as Gonzalez netted her second two minutes later, scoring from close range after Claudia Pina's cross came back off the far post. The Spaniards were delighted to be able to bring in Aitana Bonmati from the bench following her recent brush with viral meningitis, and the playmaker wasted no time getting into the thick of things, setting up a chance for Cristina Martin-Prieto. Portugal showed more composure in the second half but they were no match for Spain's power, precision and technique and, though they held Spain at bay for most of the second half, Martin-Prieto scored with a superb late header to complete the rout. With Italy having defeated Belgium 1-0 earlier in the evening, Spain top the group with the Italians second. Spain take on the Belgians in their next game, while Portugal face Italy. The game may have ended 5-0 to Spain but it was undoubtedly the Portuguese fans who won the battle in the stands as they put aside their grief to instead display their passion for all the world to see. "At this moment, we continue to depend only on ourselves and we will do everything, as long as it is so, to make the Portuguese proud," Portugal coach Francisco Neto told Sport TV. "On the field, we were inferior to Spain - off the field, there is no doubt that we won by a landslide."
New Straits Times
03-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Joy and grief as Portugal remember Jota at Women's Euros
BERN: Sadness and celebration went hand in hand when a minute's silence in honour of Portuguese international Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who were killed in a car accident on Thursday, gave way to a celebration of life and football as Portugal took on Spain at the Women's Euros. The game may have ended 5-0 to Spain but it was undoubtedly the Portuguese fans who won the battle in the stands as they put aside their grief to instead display their passion for all the world to see. "At this moment, we continue to depend only on ourselves and we will do everything, as long as it is so, to make the Portuguese proud," Portugal coach Francisco Neto told Sport TV. "On the field, we were inferior to Spain – off the field, there is no doubt that we won by a landslide," Though the usual ear-splitting pre-game music thundered from the speakers, there was an unmistakable pall of grief in the stadium as Portuguese fans clutched signs paying tribute to the 28-year-old Liverpool player and his brother, the simplest of them summing up the feelings of the football world: "Thank you, Diogo Jota." Packed behind one of the goals, the Portuguese fans roared through an impassioned rendition of their national anthem before honouring the brothers with an impressive minute of complete calm ahead of kick-off, with fans holding up letters spelling out "Rest in peace, Diogo Jota" in Portuguese. Speaking to reporters on the way in to the stadium, the president of the Portuguese parliament Jose Aguiar Branco said the country would honour the pair for their contribution to the sport. "Tomorrow in the Assembly of the Republic, we will vote on the motion of condolence that I will present in order to honour the memory of these two young people and also the legacy that they leave to national sport," he said. The Portuguese fans brought the minute's silence to a respectful end with a ripple of applause that quickly spread around the ground and, on a dark day for football, they then burst into song as the game kicked off, clapping, drumming and cheering on the players wearing the shirt that Jota proudly wore on 49 occasions. A disastrous first half saw the Portuguese concede four goals and Spain were able to add another strike late in the second. But Portugal's fans still sang and applauded them after the final whistle – for them, this night will be remembered for something much, much more than just football. --REUTERS
Dubai Eye
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
Portugal win Nations League title with shootout triumph over Spain
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo was in tears as he led his country to their second Nations League title by beating holders Spain 5-3 on penalties following a thrilling 2-2 draw after extra time in Sunday's showpiece match. Ronaldo's 138th international goal took the final to a shootout, with Alvaro Morata's miss proving costly for Spain as Ruben Neves struck the winning spot kick to spark wild scenes of celebration, emotion overwhelming the veteran captain. "Winning for Portugal is always special," Ronaldo told Sport TV. "I have many titles with clubs, but nothing is better than winning for Portugal. "It's tears. It's duty done and a lot of joy." Spain's exhilarating 5-4 victory over France in Thursday's semi-final ensured Luis de la Fuente's side had continued an unbeaten run that stretched back to March 2023 coming into Sunday's showpiece final in Munich. They appeared on course for yet another trophy, on the back last year's European Championship triumph, as Martin Zubimendi tapped home his second international goal in the 21st minute. The holders' lead did not last long, however, as flying Portugal full-back Nuno Mendes slotted home the equaliser after good work from Ronaldo in the build up. A sublime pass from midfielder Pedri helped Mikel Oyarzabal, who netted the winner against England in last year's European Championship final, restore Spain's lead before the break. The tussle between the Iberian neighbours was billed as a clash between old and new – 40-year-old and five-times Ballon d'Or winner Ronaldo and Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal. While Yamal, among the favourites to take home one of the most prestigious individual awards this year, struggled to make inroads, Ronaldo pounced on his chance, firing Portugal level from close range just past the hour mark. Ronaldo went off injured late on and neither side could find a winner in extra time, with the game going to a shootout and Portugal netting all five of their penalties to claim the trophy. "Details do make the difference, and that was a game which I think was super balanced but when we were coming to the end of the extra time I thought we were doing enough to avoid going to penalties," Spain coach De La Fuente said. "Sadly, that's what decided the match and they, on the night, were just slightly better and more effective in the shootout."
Express Tribune
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Portugal defeat Spain on penalties to clinch Nations League title
Portugal clinched their second UEFA Nations League title on Sunday night, defeating reigning champions Spain 5–3 on penalties after a dramatic 2–2 draw in extra time. Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored his 138th international goal, played a key role in the final before injury forced him off late in the match. The contest at the Allianz Arena was a gripping encounter between Iberian rivals. Spain struck first through Martin Zubimendi in the 21st minute, but Portugal hit back quickly via Nuno Mendes after a sharp link-up play involving Ronaldo. Spain regained the lead before half-time thanks to a precise through-ball from Pedri to Mikel Oyarzabal, last year's European Championship final hero. Portugal responded in the second half, with Ronaldo converting from close range to level the score once again. Extra time could not separate the sides, sending the match to penalties. Alvaro Morata's miss proved decisive, allowing Ruben Neves to net the winning spot-kick and secure Portugal's triumph. Ronaldo, 40, was visibly emotional at full-time. 'Winning for Portugal is always special,' he told Sport TV. 'I've won many titles with clubs, but nothing compares to this. It's tears, it's joy — mission accomplished.' Spain, who had not lost since March 2023 and were riding high after a thrilling 5–4 semi-final win over France, fell short despite another promising display. Teenager Lamine Yamal, one of the breakout stars of the tournament, was largely contained. 'This was a very balanced match,' Spain manager Luis de la Fuente said post-match. 'Details decided it in the end. Portugal were just slightly more clinical in the shootout.'
