Home Entertainment ’12 Duels, 1 Penalty’ – Diogo Jota created a ‘WARRIOR’ performance when Liverpool star made ‘SUPER SOLO’ to bring a gift to Ronaldo in Portugal’s victory

’12 Duels, 1 Penalty’ – Diogo Jota created a ‘WARRIOR’ performance when Liverpool star made ‘SUPER SOLO’ to bring a gift to Ronaldo in Portugal’s victory

Entertainment — 07/02/2024

Jota was a 65th minute substitute for his nation in Frankfurt though the game ended goalless after 90 minutes in what was a competitive contest.

In the extra-time that followed, Liverpool’s No.20 played a crucial role in earning his side a penalty, producing a driving run into the area before being brought down.

Cristiano Ronaldo, however, saw his resulting spot kick saved by goalkeeper Jan Oblak, which meant the tie required a penalty shootout after finishing 0-0.

However, Portugal proceeded to win 3-0 in penalties, with Slovenia’s three attempts saved by goalkeeper Diogo Costa, earning his nation’s advancement.

In this match, Liverpool star had 10/14 Accurate passes, 1 Chances created, 25 Touches, 1/3 Successful dribbles, 3 Passes into final third, 4 Recoveries, 6/12 Duels won

Konate did not play for France in their 1-0 victory over Belgium earlier in the day, securing their place in the round of eight.

A Jan Vertonghen own goal five minutes from time settled the tie in Dusseldorf, with Portugal and France now set to meet on Friday evening (8pm BST kick-off) for a place in the semi-finals.