Team Mates Console Ronaldo After Missed Penalty Tears

Jul 2 2024

Ronaldo’s performance against Slovenia was marked by frustration and tears.

It was goalkeeper Diogo Costa who truly shined, making three extraordinary saves in the shootout to propel Portugal forward.

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Despite his numerous efforts, Ronaldo couldn’t find the net, and his visible frustration nearly brought him to tears.

The low point came in extra time when Ronaldo missed a crucial penalty after Diogo Jota was fouled.

Jan Oblak’s save from Ronaldo’s well-struck penalty sparked wild celebrations among the Slovenian fans and brought Ronaldo to

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tears as his teammates tried to console him.

Ronaldo’s shootout penalty did succeed, but it was Costa’s heroics that secured the victory for Portugal. The goalkeeper’s saves ensured Portugal’s advancement, as he became the only one in EURO history to save 3 penalties in a single shootout.

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France & Portugal To Face Off In Quarter Finals

Jul 2 2024

France advanced to the EURO 2024 quarterfinals by narrowly defeating Belgium 1-0 in a thrilling match in Düsseldorf on Monday.

The decisive moment came in the 85th minute when veteran Anderlecht defender Jan Vertonghen accidentally deflected Randal Kolo Muani’s shot into his own net, sealing Belgium’s fate.

In another intense encounter, Portugal overcame Slovenia in a dramatic penalty shootout, winning 3-0 after a goalless draw.

The shootout hero was Portuguese goalkeeper Diogo Costa, who spectacularly saved penalties from Josip Ilicic, Jure Balkovec, and Benjamin Verbic, ensuring Portugal’s place in the quarterfinals.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, and Bernardo Silva successfully converted their penalties for Portugal.

Earlier in the extra time, Slovenia’s goalkeeper Jan Oblak made a crucial save by stopping Ronaldo’s penalty in the 105th minute, inspiring his team. However, despite this effort, Slovenian forward Benjamin Sesko missed a one-on-one chance after a defensive error by Pepe, failing to capitalize on the opportunity.

Roberto Martinez’s Portugal ultimately secured their spot in the last eight, while Slovenia exited the tournament.

Costa’s exceptional performance earned him the man of the match title, becoming the first goalkeeper to save three penalties in a EURO shootout. The eagerly anticipated Portugal vs. France quarterfinal will take place on Friday in Hamburg.

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Second Turtle Nest Found At Għajn Tuffieħa

Jul 2 2024

Another loggerhead turtle nest was discovered at Għajn Tuffieħa.

‘The new nest was spotted during a routine morning patrol by the dedicated volunteers of Nature Trust – FEE Malta at Għajn Tuffieħa.’

Despite being great news, the nest was located too close to the surface and the shore.

This made it vulnerable should weather conditions become unfavourable, meaning that ERA and NTM-FEE had to delicately relocate the gas to a safer location at Ir-Ramla tal-Mixquqa.

The area has now been cordoned off to ensure the nest’s protection. People are urged to keep noise levels down and avoid trampling or shining lights near the site.

You can also report any turtle activity to ERA (2292 3500) or NTM (9999 9505).

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Vanity Fair Exclusively Shares 1st Look At Malta Shot Gladiator

Jul 1 2024

Vanity Fair shared first exclusive photos at Gladiator 2, which has many of its scenes filmed in Malta.

Following the line of the first Gladiator film, the sequel had director Ridley Scott return to the Mediterranean island to continue the story set off by the likes of Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix and Connie Nielsen.

In the images shared by Vanity Fair, a star studded cast made up of Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen, Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, and more can be seen donning their Roman outfits for the second film.

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‘From director Ridley Scott, the sequel to the 2000 film picks up in the years after Russell Crowe’s Maximus gave his life upending the leadership of the Roman Empire. Mescal plays Lucius, last seen as the young son of Lucilla, Nielsen’s noblewoman from the original movie.’

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Source: Vanity Fair