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In 2016 Euros, most people were probably rooting for hosts France or World Cup holders Germany to win the Championship. England, Belgium and Spain were also considered as outsiders for the trophy but who would have thought that it would be Portugal who will go all the way!
Since the emergence of Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal had been more of a one-man army but in the Euros, Fernando Santos’s boys hardly looked like they were thoroughly reliant on the superstar. Despite Cristiano limping off with an injury in the final, Portugal went on to beat favourites France to win their first ever major trophy.
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Snehanjan Banerjee
Snehanjan is a journalist at Sportskeeda covering European football news. A hardcore Liverpool fan for over two decades, he has been covering the game since the past 8 years and always strives to give readers relevant, accurate and credible content.
Snehanjan developed an interest in football at a very young age, thanks to his father watching football on TV. His favorite player is club legend Steven Gerrard and his favorite manager is another legend in Jurgen Klopp. The ‘Miracle of Istanbul’ i.e., Liverpool beating AC Milan in the 2005 UEFA Champions League final left an indelible mark on him. He believes that Liverpool is a family unlike other top clubs, which sets them apart.
Snehanjan also follows Indian Super League and the I-League, although the latter is closer to his heart. If he could change a rule in football, it would be VAR not pointing out mistakes of on-field officials unless they are clear and obvious errors. Outside the football world, Snehanjan likes to explore the various genres of music and watch movies and shows on OTT. He’s also a car enthusiast and likes to follow the automobile world.
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