Portugal eliminated Slovenia 3-0 from the 12-yard box, with 24-year-old goalkeeper Diogo Goss becoming a superhero with three consecutive shots on goal at the 12-yard stage, the first in UEFA Euro history. He was also crucial in saving Schisgall's solo shot at the end of extra time, which kept Bibi, who had made the fatal error, from becoming a sinner and a wave of legendary 'life-savers' for Bibi and Cron.

Slovenia didn't threaten much on the counterattack, with only two goals in the match, but it was almost done in the 115th minute when the Portuguese veteran than controlled at the back and Schisgau snatched away a single shot that Diogo Costa just locked up with his foot. Diogo Costa became the first 12-yard 0-goaler in UEFA Cup history with three 12-yard goalkeepers in the top half of the 12-yard box, pouncing on consecutive shots from Ilyasi, Bargovic and Wahabi.

Diogo Costa, who plays for Porto, said after the game: "I'm very excited! It was a difficult match, I was focused and waiting for the opportunity to help the team. I didn't have the chance to weigh in this game, so it was especially difficult. Whether we're at home or not, we're not afraid of each other. I changed 12 yards and followed my hunch to make the save. It was a good decision. This could be the masterpiece of my soccer career."

Diogo Costa on saving Cron from the exit sinner said: "I think Cron and I should keep confidence, every player makes mistakes, but the most important thing is to make a point of responding after making a mistake. I want to believe in myself, the family has a happy ending and we are all good friends."

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