From Tears to Cheers | How Portugal Won the 2016 Euros

The Portuguese national team has provided some incredible talent over the years. Eusebio, Figo, Rui Costa, and eventually Cristiano Ronaldo. However, until 2016 aa trophy had always alluded them, despite often reaching the later stages of the competition. In 2004, Portugal had perhaps their greatest ever generation while hosting the Euro’s in their home country, losing in the to unlikely victors Greece. Twelve years later, in Euro 2016, Portugal would finally get their long awaited trophy. This time beating out hosts France in the final. This is their story.... Film by: Carlos Miranda Sound design and mixing: Gil Geirinhas Footage special thanks: A Bola TV and ANA - Aeroportos de Portugal. #Portugal #CR7 #Euro2020 Welcome to COPA90 Stories, a brand new channel exploring the greatest footballing stories from across the planet. For more info and content: Sign up to our weekly COPA90 Stories newsletter: