Viewers frustrated cameras missing critical own goal Turkey Portugal match

Turkish defender's own goal overshadowed by Ronaldo drama during Euro 2024 match, sparking viewer frustration and social media backlash.

During the intense Euro 2024 match between Turkey and Portugal, a surprising own goal by Turkish defender Samet Akaydin went unnoticed by viewers. The cameras were focused on a sideline argument between Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Cancelo instead.

Akaydin accidentally passed the ball back to his goalkeeper, resulting in a slow roll into the net despite Zeki Celik's efforts to clear it. This oversight by the broadcasters left fans frustrated, who took to social media to express their disappointment.

Viewers criticized the decision to prioritize Ronaldo's tantrum over the crucial moment of play. The missed opportunity to witness the hilarious own goal in real-time left many feeling let down.

Although a full replay of the goal was shown during halftime, it did little to appease the dissatisfaction felt by viewers. The excitement of the moment had been lost due to the delayed broadcast.

Aside from the broadcasting error, the game was eventful, with Portugal taking a 3-0 lead by halftime. Bernardo Silva scored early on, and Ronaldo assisted Bruno Fernandes for the third goal.

Portugal's victory over Turkey followed their initial win against Czechia, positioning them well for the round of 16. However, the match was not without its challenges as Rafael Leao received his second yellow card, ruling him out of the final group match against Georgia.

As Portugal progresses, Turkey faces a crucial final group match against Czechia, needing points to remain competitive. The outcome of these matches will determine each team's fate in the tournament.