Kvaratskhelia's Georgia upsets Ronaldo's Portugal 2-0 to reach the last 16 at Euro 2024

Historic Upset in Euro 2024

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Kvaratskhelia's Heroic Moment

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Early Goal Sets the Tone

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Georgia Advances as Underdogs

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Managerial Criticism

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Scenes of Celebration

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Group Dynamics

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