Czech Republic starting XI: Stanek, Holes, Hranac, Krejci, Coufal, Sulc, Soucek, Provod, Doudera, Kuchta, Schick
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New Delhi: Portugal, one of the favourites in the Euro 2024, will play the Czech Republic in Leipzig Stadium to start the tournament. When the stalwart plays in the final Euro of this year, Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to lead the line for Portugal. They will be aiming for a stronger showing from this addition after a lacklustre 2021 campaign. Portugal is predicted to contend with France, England, and Germany for the trophy. They have won Euro 2016 and have advanced three more times to the tournament’s semi-finals. The 2022 World Cup quarterfinals saw the Selecao das Quinas eliminated.
On the other hand, the Czech Republic has been highly impressive and poses a significant challenge for Portugal. Martinez’s team boasts superior quality across the pitch and aims to start their campaign with a victory. The Czechs are in excellent form, winning five of their last six matches and drawing one. In contrast, Portugal has won four of their last six matches but suffered two defeats. With both teams in strong form, let’s explore how they plan to launch their campaigns.
18 Jun 2024 11:51 PM (IST)
LEIPZIG, GERMANY – JUNE 18: A fan wears a hat with a picture of Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal outside the stadium before the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Portugal and Czechia at Football Stadium Leipzig on June 18, 2024 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Tullio Puglia – UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images)
LEIPZIG, GERMANY – JUNE 18: Fans of Czechia react as they pose for a photo before the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Portugal and Czechia at Football Stadium Leipzig on June 18, 2024 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
LEIPZIG, GERMANY – JUNE 18: Fans of Portugal show support for their team before the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Portugal and Czechia at Football Stadium Leipzig on June 18, 2024 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
18 Jun 2024 11:44 PM (IST)
Czech Republic starting XI: Stanek, Holes, Hranac, Krejci, Coufal, Sulc, Soucek, Provod, Doudera, Kuchta, Schick
Portugal starting XI: Diogo Costa, Dalot, Pepe, Dias, Cancelo, Silva, Fernandes, Vitinha, Mendes, Leao, Ronaldo
18 Jun 2024 11:42 PM (IST)
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Portugal kicks off their Euro 2024 campaign against the Czech Republic in Leipzig later today. This match marks Cristiano Ronaldo’s sixth appearance in the European Championship, and the seasoned star aims to lead his team to further glory under the guidance of Roberto Martinez.
As one of the tournament favorites, the development of this exceptionally talented Portuguese squad will be captivating to watch. Despite winning the championship in 2016, they have struggled to replicate that success in recent years. Nonetheless, the squad is brimming with quality and will pose a formidable challenge to any team vying for the ultimate prize in European football.
Portugal supporter with Cristiano Ronaldo picture during the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Portugal and Czechia at Football Stadium Leipzig on June 18, 2024 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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