Report: Real Madrid held interest in Portuguese hero Diogo Costa

Portugal secured their spot in the quarterfinals of the Euro 2024 competition on Monday night, thanks to an outstanding performance by their goalkeeper, Diogo Costa. The match, filled with high-quality moments, saw Portugal triumph in a nail-biting penalty shootout.

The evening was not without drama, as Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo missed a crucial penalty during regular time. Despite this setback, the team rallied, showcasing their resilience and determination.

Diogo Costa emerged as the hero of the night, delivering three spectacular saves during the penalty shootout.

Diogo Costa was named Man of the Match of Monday night, making three penalty saves and a crucial extra-time block to deny Benjamin Sesko (Photo via X)

His remarkable performance between the posts ensured Portugal’s progression in the tournament and highlighted his importance to the team.

Costa’s prowess has not gone unnoticed. According to a report by Marca (h/t Madrid Universal) published last year, Real Madrid had expressed interest in signing the talented Portuguese goalkeeper. His recent display will probably reignite discussions about his future and potential moves to top European clubs.

With Costa’s heroics leading the way, Portugal now looks forward to the quarterfinals, where they will aim to continue their impressive run in Euro 2024.