US EditionLate Equaliser Keeps Alive Portugal's Euro Campaign
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, JUL 7 – Diana Gomes's 89th-minute goal kept Portugal's knockout hopes alive in Group B while Italy missed early qualification with the 1-1 draw, UEFA reported.
- On July 7, 2025, Portugal and Italy ended their match in a 1-1 tie at Stade de Geneve in Geneva, Switzerland, during the group stage of the 2025 Women's European Championship.
- The match followed Portugal's heavy opening defeat by world champions Spain and was critical for Portugal's hope to advance in the tournament.
- Italy took the lead in the 70th minute with a curling shot by Cristiana Girelli, but Portugal's Diana Gomes scored a late equaliser in the 89th minute to keep Portugal's campaign alive.
- Portugal coach Francesco Neto praised his team's strong and courageous performance, while Italy defender Cecilia Salvai reflected on a night filled with conflicting feelings, expressing both disappointment and relief.
- The draw spoiled Italy's chance to clinch a knockout berth early and left Portugal needing a win against already eliminated Belgium to reach their first quarter-final, depending on Spain's result versus Italy.
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