Pepe Reflects on Portugal’s Euro 2024 Exit: Embracing Pain and Trusting the Process

Portugal’s veteran defender Pepe reflected on his team’s Euro 2024 quarter-final defeat to France, where they lost 5-3 on penalties.

Following the Euro 2024 match, Pepe addressed the media, emphasizing the need for Portugal to undergo a period of “pain and sadness.”

“We need to go through this process of pain and sadness first,” said the former Real Madrid star, as quoted by Ojogo. “It’s a part of football. We all strive to bring joy to our country, but unfortunately, football has its unpredictable moments.”

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“Just a few days ago, we celebrated a victory on penalties, and today, we experienced defeat. We must support each other and trust the process. We believe we are on the right path,” Pepe concluded.