1984 Euro Semi-Final – France 3–1 Portugal
Les Bleus' first major title began with a dramatic semi-final win over Portugal.
France defeated Portugal 3–1 in the semi-final of Euro 1984, which they hosted. This victory sent Les Bleus to the final, where they won their first major international trophy.
Quick Facts
- Competition
- UEFA European Championship 1984 (Euro 84)
- Round
- Semi-final
- Result
- France 3–1 Portugal
- Venue
- Parc des Princes, Paris
- Star performer
- Michel Platini
- Tournament outcome
- France went on to win the 1984 European Championship
Lore & Background
Under the leadership of three-time Ballon d'Or winner Michel Platini, France won Euro 1984, its first official title. Platini scored a tournament-high nine goals, including the opener in the final against Spain.
Reader's Guide
The match was played at the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille. France came from behind after Portugal took a 1–0 lead in extra time, with goals from Jean-François Domergue and a late winner from Michel Platini.
Did You Know?
- France's first major international trophy was Euro 1984, not the 1958 World Cup, where they finished third.
- Michel Platini scored nine goals in Euro 1984, a record for a single European Championship.
- France had never won a major trophy before 1984; their previous best was third place at the 1958 World Cup.
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