The Portuguese had 24 efforts on goal compared with Belgium's six, and they also hit the woodwork. Belgium had just one effort on target, Thorgan Hazard's long-range rocket shot in the 42nd minute that won the game. They (Belgium) made six shots, one on goal and scored one goal, we had 24 shots and hit the post." Portugal began brightly and Diogo Jota wasted a great chance in the sixth minute, dragging his shot wide. "My players did everything to bring great joy to the Portuguese people - we did not win, but we deserved to win."

Source: The Star June 27, 2021 21:56 UTC