“CR7 is happy, world is happy”, “Dream is getting closer” - X reacts as Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal qualify for Euro 2024 knockout rounds

Cristiano Ronaldo-led Portugal qualified for the UEFA Euro 2024 Round of 16 after their comprehensive 3-0 defeat of Turkey and fans cannot contain their excitement. The Selecao now have six points in two games and wrap up their group stage against debutants Georgia next week.

Roberto Martinez's side had secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic in their opening match. They came into the game against Turkey on June 22 knowing that another victory would propel them into the next round.

After 21 minutes into the kick-off, Bernardo Silva put Portugal in front with a tidy finish. A bizarre own goal from Sayet Akaydin then doubled their advantage seven minutes later.

Portugal captain and star player Cristiano Ronaldo came within a bright chance of scoring 10 minutes into the second half. However, he unselfishly squared the ball for Bruno Fernandes, who made an easy finish for 3-0.

Turkey, playing in their third consecutive Euros, had beaten Georgia 3-1 in their first group fixture and came to Dortmund looking to pull off an upset. But the Crescent-Stars couldn't compete with Portugal's quality.

With a place in the Round of 16 now confirmed, Portugal fans took to X to make their excitement known. One handle by the name Dr_MulleR shared heartwarming pictures of the Portuguese skipper from the match, highlighting that he's 'happy':

"CR7 is happy… all world is happy [smiling emoji]," wrote Dr_MulleR.

"Portugal secures qualification into the Euro knockout rounds with a 3-0 victory over Turkey. #EURO2024 #TURPOR," wrote a gaming handle by the name Boardman.

"The agenda that Cristiano Ronaldo is a selfish player has died a quick death after that pass to Bruno Fernandes. You will all respect the GOAT by fire by force," said LERRY.

"Interesting how Cristiano Ronaldo is not ‘holding back’ this Portugal team but somehow he ‘held back’ United’s spoilt and average players…," said Martien.

The Arsenal Times quoted:

Here are some more reactions from Portugal's clash against Turkey:

"Cristiano Ronaldo is the most humble athlete in the world 🌎 👏," insisted Arsenal Juice

HistorySane enumerated some of the veteran forward's records at the European championship:

"All friends of Cristiano Ronaldo gather here. The dream is getting closer [heart emoji]," said popular Manchester United and Ronaldo fan account, Trey.

One handle shared an incredible picture of the moment the Portuguese captain assisted Fernandes:

"PORTUGAL ADVANCES TO THE KNOCKOUT STAGE [Portugal flag] They defeat Türkiye 3-0 to secure the spot [lock emoji]," wrote Sportskeeda Football.

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Cristiano Ronaldo creates history with assist for Fernandes

The 39-year-old bagged his eighth assist of the European championship today by setting up Bruno Fernandes. He had a great chance to bag his first goal of Euro 2024 in the second half but he unselfishly squared it to Fernandes.

In the process, he equaled the all-time assist record of the competition, joining Czech legend Karel Poborský with eight assists. Spain's former playmaker Cesc Fabregas, former Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger, and Dutch legend Arjen Robben are all in third with five assists each.

Having struck in all five of his previous appearances at the Euros, the Al-Nassr man is looking to become the first player to net in six and extend his record further. He is already the competition's most prolific goalscorer (14), the most capped player (27), and the highest assist-maker (8). He has also featured in the tournament the most number of times (6).