Portugal vs France

Portugal will face off against France in a repeat of the 2016 showdown, pitting Cristiano Ronaldo against Kylian Mbappe in what promises to be an enthralling Euro 2024 quarter-final at Hamburg's Volksparkstadion.

Roberto Martinez's team secured a dramatic victory over Slovenia on penalties, extending their quest for glory despite struggling to score during regular play. Meanwhile, Les Bleus managed a narrow 1-0 win against Belgium, not without their own challenges.

In their previous match, Portugal endured a mix of tragedy and triumph as Jan Oblak's heroic penalty save denied Ronaldo a goal, but Diogo Costa's heroics in goal during the shootout ensured their progression. Having already surpassed their Euro 2020 performance, Portugal now faces a daunting task against France, who have also struggled to find form in front of goal.

France, yet to score from open play in Euro 2024, advanced past Belgium with a deflected goal late in the match. Despite their attacking woes, their solid defense has been a cornerstone, conceding only one goal in their last six games.

The matchup between Ronaldo and Mbappe will dominate headlines, recalling Eder's memorable goal in Portugal's Euro 2016 triumph over France. With both teams preparing their lineups, Portugal looks set to field their unchanged squad, while France will miss Adrien Rabiot due to suspension.

Portugal possible starting lineup: Costa; Cancelo, Dias, Pepe, Mendes; Palhinha, Vitinha; Silva, Fernandes, Leao; Ronaldo

France possible starting lineup: Maignan; Kounde, Saliba, Upamecano, Hernandez; Kante, Tchouameni; Dembele, Griezmann, Mbappe; Kolo Muani