Gravity is an evil aide-mémoire of our physical restrictions. It is that which keeps us grounded; it tugs us downwards and makes us sluggish. The thought of flying, then slowly fades away. Fans cheering for Portugal to win the Euro Championship, should feel that way today. Expectations were…

The magic number is 7. Two hungry nations competed against each other. But today was about Cristiano Ronaldo taking on the Czechs. Breaking his duck against the Dutch with 2 goals, all eyes were on him to see whether that was a one-day performance from his end? One…

If there were any concerns that the Portuguese may not have what it takes to make it through their group, they should be put aside for the moment. They have Varela to thank for whose thunderous strike saved them from any blushes that they would face otherwise. The Portuguese…