Diogo Costa keeps Portugal alive with strong performance against Croatia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 7:23 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Portugal secured a place in the Round of 16 after a 2-1 victory over Croatia on July 3. Goalkeeper Diogo Costa played a crucial role, making several key saves to maintain control as Croatia threatened. His elite performance enhances his candidacy for the Golden Glove award as Portugal prepares for a matchup against Spain in the next round.
- •Portugal defeats Croatia 2-1 to advance to the Round of 16.
- •Diogo Costa delivers elite saves, solidifying his reputation.
- •Costa's performance could lead to a Golden Glove award.
- •Next, Portugal faces Spain in the knockout stage.
- 7:23 AMYahoo Sports — Costa Keeps Portugal Alive, While Making Strong Case for Immortality
"Diogo Costa Keeps Portugal Alive and Builds His Golden Glove Case Portugal is through to the Round of 16, and goalkeeper Diogo Costa is the biggest reason why. In Portugal’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Croatia, Costa delivers another elite performance, making several crucial saves that keep his side in control when Croatia threatens to turn…
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