It took a total of 25 minutes for Portuguese main man Cristiano Ronaldo to throw his captain’s armband to the floor, and take a seat on the inch perfect grass to await the stretcher.
The world went into shock as the clash between Cristiano and France’ Dimitri Payet ended in a way many could not believe. It was the biggest game in Portugal’s club history, and the world’s best has tears streaming from his eyes as he knows he is unable to continue in a match of utter importance.
Unexpected, yes. I guarantee that most of the world would be thinking that Portugal’s chances have just taken a massive blow.
Cristiano had scored over 50 per cent of the EURO 2016 goals for his country, thus making him the man for Portugal. As half time approached, the goalless score seemed to be a difficult one to pick. France were clear favourites heading in the the final.
Mr. Ronaldo spent most the game in the sheds as his knee needed some work, however, as the full-time whistle sounded, the score remained 0-0. Step up, super coach.
Ronaldo stepped forward in to assist Portugal manager Fernando Santos to inspire his team to cause a massive upset in France, the host nation. Screaming from the sideline, barely able to walk.
After breaking down in tears several times already, there was more to come. As luck would have it, Eder struck a ball so clean it passed French goalkeeper Hugo Loris without touching his fingers and hit the back of the net.
CR7 broke down with a stream of tears as the entire Portugal team and staff gathered as one to celebrate. Could this be the greatest achievement in their side’s history? Yes.
Over 122 minutes of football had been played in the EURO 2016 grand final and Portugal are the new kings of Europe.
Congratulations to Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal.
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