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Portugal wins gold in women's football tournament at the Mediterranean Games

The Portuguese U-18 women's football team defeated Italy 4-0 in the final, becoming champions.

31 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Portugal wins gold in women's football tournament at the Mediterranean Games — Photo: Threeohsix · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

The Portuguese U-18 women's football team became champions at the Mediterranean Games, currently taking place in Taranto, Italy. The Portuguese squad secured the country's first football medal in the competition after a convincing victory in the final.

Portugal defeated Italy 4-0, thus securing first place in the tournament. This result is a significant milestone for women's football in Portugal, reflecting the growth and development of the sport in the country.

Archive photo: Portugal wins gold in women's football tournament at the Mediterranean Games — Archive photoPhoto: Portuguese_eyes · Flickr · BY-SA

The tournament featured several teams in competition, but the national team stood out throughout the event, culminating in their victory over the hosts in the final stage.

With this triumph, the Portuguese players not only won the gold medal but also elevated the prestige of women's football in Portugal, which is gaining increasing visibility and recognition.

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