what happened in portugal vs england 2006 shootout

Portugal beat England 3-1 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in the 2006 World Cup quarter-final, so England were knocked out of the tournament. England also lost David Beckham to injury during the match, and the shootout became one of their most infamous tournament exits.

What happened

• The game finished 0-0 after extra time.

• England’s penalty takers struggled, while Portugal converted enough kicks to win 3-1.

• The result sent Portugal into the semi-finals and ended England’s World Cup run.

Why people remember it

• It added to England’s bad reputation in shootouts at major tournaments.

• The match is also remembered for the tension around Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, which made the aftermath even more dramatic.

TL;DR

England drew Portugal 0-0 in the 2006 World Cup quarter-final, then lost 3-1 on penalties and went out.