PARIS: Despite centerpiece superstar Cristiano Ronaldo being forced out with an early injury, Portugal has captured its first major international title, defeating France 1-0 in extra time to win Euro 2016.
France was aiming to win a third major title on home soil, following its triumphs in the 1984 European Championship and 1998 World Cup, and it looked good for Les Bleus when Ronaldo left in the 25th minute after hurting his left knee, but they were undone by an unlikely source.
Eder, who came on as a 79th-minute substitute, delivered the go-ahead strike for Portugal in extra time with a low blast that beat Hugo Lloris. Seemingly out of nothing, Eder took his chance from about 25 yards, and it stunned the host nation in the 109th minute. (Agencies)
