U-17 European Championship in Albania / The Reds debut with a loss, Portugal confirmed as contender

2025-05-19 20:42:05 / SPORT ALFA PRESS

U-17 European Championship in Albania / The Reds debut with a loss, Portugal

The European U-17 Championship, an event taking place for the first time in Albania, kicked off today. Portugal's contenders started off successfully by defeating Albania 4-0 at the "National Arena".

Albania defended well at first, while Portugal's first goal came from Quintas in the 36th minute. The Reds struggled to react in the second half, creating space.

The Portuguese took advantage of the penalty kick to double their lead. Then, a few minutes before the end, goals from Manuel and Soares sealed the match.

We remind you that Albania will play its next two matches against France and Germany.

ALBANIA U17 0-4 PORTUGAL U17

36' Quintas, 68' (p) Mide, 81' Manuel, 90+2' Soares

The penalty kick and Mide's goal: ( VIDEO ) + ( VIDEO )

Albania U-17:  Huli; Kurti, Gecaj, Llana, Nuhaj, Gjoka, Sylejmani, Ferati, Vukaj, Ramku, Kulla

Portugal U-17:  Pin; Pereira, Furtado, Neto, Dbouk, Guedes, Kuitas, Nevesh, Mide, Cabral, Aragao