Listen to Story Former France and Manchester United full-back Patrice Evra opines Cristiano Ronaldo is an integral part of Portugal's attacking lineup, based upon the performance of the tailsman in the side's win over Czechia in their UEFA Euro 2024 opener on June 19. The 39-year-old Ronaldo kicked off his record-sixth European Championship in a tense fashion after the slender 2-1 win of his side over a disciplined Czech side. Although the Al Nassr forward was generally silent throughout the match and not at his usual brilliance, he was was still the man who was behind Portugal's best scoring chances in the game.
The last match of the first round of the Euro 2024 group-stage games was an overall dull affair. It was only due to Francisco Conceicao's stoppage time winner which saw the side somehow ensure a positive start to their much anticipated Euro 2024 campaign. On top of some well-fought determination, it was Czechia who gained the lead first from a brilliant strike by Lukas Provod in the 62nd minute.
However, an own-goal from Robin Hranac in the 69th minute restored parity at the Red Bull Arena, much to Portugal's relief. ðä #EURO2024 | #PORCZE pic.twitter.
com/aWHvncagJY — UEFA EURO 2024 (@EURO2024) June 18, 2024 Speaking at a match show for Sony Sports, Evra highlighted the importance of Ronaldo in the Portugal squad and how coach Roberto Martinez should use that asset to the side's benefit. "Cristiano Ronaldo had a good game and was seen everywhere in the attac.