Euro 2024: UEFA punishment for young Portugal pitch invader who posed for selfie with Cristiano Ronaldo revealed
Play was stopped during Portugal's 3-0 win over Turkey at Euro 2024 as a pitch invader helped himself to a selfie with Cristiano Ronaldo
The young fan at Euro 2024 who posed for a selfie with Cristiano Ronaldo during Portugal's clash with Turkey is set to be punished for his actions by UEFA.
Play was momentarily stopped in Saturday's game as the supporter raced onto the pitch to grab the attention of Ronaldo, who duly obliged by stopping for a quick snap. Portugal were worth winners as they ensured their passage to the knockout stages, winning 3-0 in a comfortable evening's work.
After the wholesome moment was brought to an end, security quickly ushered the child from the pitch at the Signal Iduna Park. His actions haven't gone without retribution, however.
WATCH | Why Germany Have Been The Best Team At Euro 2024 (So Far)
According to claims made by Express, the cheeky chap is set to be banned from all remaining Euro 2024 fixtures as imposed by UEFA. It is something of a light telling off, compared to the banning orders and heavy fines we often see imposed in the Premier League.
A statement made to Express Sport read: "Any incursion onto the pitch constitutes a breach of the stadium rules and will result in expulsion from the stadium, a ban from all tournament matches and the filing of a formal criminal complaint for trespass.
"There is no criminal responsibility for under-12s, however the accompanying adult remains responsible for ensuring that the child adheres to the stadium rules in accordance with the ticketing terms and conditions."
Get FourFourTwo Newsletter
The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.
Surprisingly, a total of five fans managed to make it onto the pitch during the second half of Portugal's comprehensive win over Turkey, with many of them dashing straight for the former Manchester United forward.
Get a free live stream to watch Euro 2024 from anywhere in the world ahead of the summer's big tournament
More Euro 2024 stories
We have a guide on how to get Euro 2024 tickets if you're still looking to go to the tournament. Can’t make it out there? Don’t worry: here’s how to watch Euro 2024 live streams from anywhere in the world
We have the run-down on Euro 2024 stadiums, with info on host cities, capacities, and everything you need to know.
We also have a list of the Euro 2024 favourites, with best odds on nations to win European Championship in Germany, while these are the best Euros games ever and these are the best pundits ever.
Matthew is a Freelance Journalist and has racked up bylines for Manchester United, Manchester Evening News, GOAL and SPORTbible to name a few. A long-term sufferer of Scunthorpe United, he currently resides in the north-west after escaping the smog of North Lincolnshire.