Portugal, France Lock Horns in Euro 2024 Quarterfinal Battle

Superstars Mbappe, Ronaldo Lead Respective Sides

Winners to Face Spain in Tournament Semifinal

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — European soccer heavyweights Portugal and France will clash in a highly anticipated quarterfinal match at the ongoing UEFA European Championship 2024 on Friday in Hamburg, Germany.

The match features two of the tournament's top contenders, with both teams boasting world-class talent led by Kylian Mbappe of France and Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal.

France enters the match with a strong record against their rival, having lost only once in their last 14 encounters. However, that lone defeat came in the Euro 2016 final, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this quarterfinal showdown.

The two teams played to a goalless draw in their Euro 2024 group stage match, setting the stage for an even more intense battle in the knockout round. The winner of Friday's clash will advance to the semifinals, where they will face Spain.