Portugal Edge Past Croatia in Euro 2016 Thriller
Quaresma's Late Goal Secures Hard-Fought Victory
Extended Highlights Showcase Dramatic Clash
In a pulsating last-16 encounter at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais, Portugal edged past Croatia 1-0 in extra time. The decisive goal came from the unlikely source of Ricardo Quaresma, who lashed home a stunning strike in the 117th minute.
The match was a tense and tactical affair, with both teams struggling to create clear-cut chances in regulation time. However, Quaresma's moment of brilliance illuminated the match and broke Croatian hearts.
The victory propels Portugal into the quarter-finals, where they will face the winners of the Poland-Switzerland clash. Croatia, meanwhile, will bid farewell to the tournament with mixed emotions, having played with passion and determination but ultimately falling short.
The match will be remembered for Quaresma's stunning goal, which left Croatian fans in disbelief. It was a cruel end to a tournament in which Croatia had shown great promise. However, the Portuguese will take heart from the victory and can now look forward to the challenges that lie ahead.
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