The Portuguese National Team played their first game of this year’s EURO competition versus Turkey on Saturday June 7.

Portugal defender Pepe seemed as though he had scored in the 17 minute mark of the game, but the goal was called back. Pepe was slightly offside, however it wouldn’t prevent the defender from staying off the score sheet. At the 61st minute of the game, Pepe scored a great goal which was fabricated from a fantastic three way passing play which was started by the defender.

Portugal would score again into added time, on a play which was started by Cristiano Ronaldo. Raul Meireles was the recipient of Moutinho’s pass to set him passed the goalkeeper.

Cristiano Ronaldo came very close to scoring from a free kick, but the Turkish goalkeeper made a brilliant save. The tipped shot deflected off the post.

Portugal lead their group with three points. The Czech Republic are in second with three points as well, but one less goal.

Portugal meets the Czech Republic on Wednesday June 11, 2008.