AdvertisementAdvertisement LEIPZIG, June 19 ― Portugal left it late but managed to snatch a 2-1 comeback victory over the Czech Republic in their opening Euro 2024 game today...
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez reacts during the match against the Czech Republic in Leipzig on June 19, 2024. ― AFP picLEIPZIG, June 19 ― Portugal left it late but managed to snatch a 2-1 comeback victory over the Czech Republic in their opening Euro 2024 game today and manager Roberto Martinez was full of praise for his side's discipline, even after falling behind.
“Today we showed heart, yes, but also a lot of discipline, we played and controlled the game and we didn't let Czechia use the goal they scored and this is the most important thing,” Martinez told reporters.“Today we showed incredible value and we showed the strength of all 23 players and the keepers who are here, and I need to thank our fans, the atmosphere they created helped us win this game.
“He was a very important player throughout all the friendlies, on the pitch and off it. We have a very competitive team and its important to have players like Vitinha who can help us control the game,” Martinez said.“We managed to concede, to be one goal down and still win the game. We lost against Slovenia after conceding the first goal, Croatia as well, but today we won.”
“Francisco is the ultimate example of earning it, he deserves to be here and he showed he's ready to help the group,” Martinez said.“Francisco is doing what he's been doing over the past four months in his club team, but this is not easy but he showed character and worth because he was allowed to be here.”
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