A Historic Clash: Iceland vs Portugal
Football • 21 Jun, 2023 • 75,468 Views • ⭐ 5.0
Written by Shivani Chourasia
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The much-anticipated match between Iceland and Portugal took place on 20th June 2023, marking an exciting moment in football history. While these two teams had only met once before on the field, the competition was already rife. Portugal had won their previous encounter, setting up a tense atmosphere for this match as Iceland aimed to even the score.
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The Match at Laugardalsvöllur
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As the Icelandic sun shone over Laugardalsvöllur stadium in Reykjavik, a crowd of 8,600 football enthusiasts gathered to witness the showdown between these two teams. The tension was palpable as Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal's star player, stepped onto the pitch for his 200th international appearance.
Portugal started the game aggressively, but Iceland gradually took control, offering two brilliant opportunities to take the lead in the first half via defender Victor Palsson and full-back Hordur Magnusson. However, the Portuguese team responded after the break and gradually got into the game, with Ronaldo's goal securing the points.
Ronaldo's Historic Goal
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The match saw Ronaldo score a stunning late goal, making Portugal victorious with a 1-0 win over Iceland. This goal extended Portugal's perfect record in the Euro 2024 qualifying Group J and marked a significant milestone for Ronaldo as he became the first player to make 200 international appearances. This goal was Ronaldo's 123rd for Portugal, extending his record as the all-time leading international goalscorer.
Despite Ronaldo's milestone, the game was not without its dramatic moments. Portugal struggled to break the deadlock against Iceland but stepped up the pressure after Willum Thor Willumsson was sent off for a second yellow card after a rough tackle on substitute Goncalo Inacio in the 81st minute. Ronaldo had to wait two minutes to celebrate the winner as the referee first ruled out his close-range strike in the 89th minute for offside. However, the goal was given after the VAR replay showed he was fractionally onside.
The Aftermath
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The victory over Iceland left Portugal top with 12 points, two ahead of second-placed Slovakia, who won 1-0 away to Liechtenstein earlier on the same day. On the other hand, Iceland, despite their valiant effort, had not yet been able to secure a win against Portugal in their head-to-head history. Despite the loss, Iceland remains a formidable team with the potential to surprise in future matches. On the other hand, Portugal, with its in-form star Ronaldo, looks set to continue its strong performance in the qualifiers.
Conclusion
The match between Iceland and Portugal served as a testament to the beautiful game of football – full of history, excitement, and remarkable moments that continue to captivate fans worldwide. The eyes of the football world will undoubtedly be on these two teams as they continue their journey in Euro 2024.
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