Security Tackles Down Goncalo Ramos To Protect Cristiano Ronaldo From Pitch Invaders During Portugal Vs Turkey

The ongoing edition of the Euro 2024 has been filled with some crazy moments. Turkey vs Portugal was no exception as fans got to see a stunner from Bernardo Silva, a horrendous own goal from Samet Akaydin, and security tackling down Goncalo Ramos attempting to protect Cristiano Ronaldo!

Yeah, you didn’t read it wrong! Goncalo Ramos might have mistaken himself for an NFL player tonight as the player was pushed to the ground by a security guard. With the player walking back to the dugout following the game, a fan tried to encroach on the field, attempting to reach Cristiano Ronaldo. However, the security was on top of the situation and held the fan back before he could reach CR7.

The only casualty? Well, Goncalo Ramos found himself in the dirt as a guard collided with him to hold the fan. The player seemed hurt during the collision as he took to the ground before he stood up and limped back to the dugout. However, the management will be happy with the player not picking up any major injury despite the situation.

Portugal on top of group standings as Cristiano Ronaldo makes history

Roberto Martinez’s men will be satisfied with their performance with the team securing a place in the knockouts. With 2 wins in their 2 games, the side is guaranteed a place in the Round of 16 irrespective of the result in their final group stage game. The game saw Bernardo Silva and Bruno Fernandes find themselves on the scoresheet with the two players leading the charge from the front. Cristiano Ronaldo also played a key role in the contest with the player providing the assist for Bruno Fernandes’ goal. This was a history-making moment for the Portuguese talisman as he has now etched his name in golden letters.

With Cristiano Ronaldo providing an assist to Fernandes, the player has now 8 assists across all his Euro appearances. The assist saw him level former Czechia star Karel Poborsky who had the most assists in the Euros to his name. Notably, CR7 is also on top of the all-time Euros goalscorer list with the player bagging 14 goals across all competitions. Fans will hope the 39-year-old can put on similar performances in the coming days as he looks to wrap up his international career in style.

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