The game continued as Switzerland fought back frantically. In the 30th minute, Switzerland nearly equalized when they used a free kick to powerfully shoot Diogo Costa off the line. In the 33rd minute, Portugal used a corner kick to help extend the lead 2-0 with a diving header in the box.
After the break, Pepe sprinted to a wild celebration near the corner post as Crowe and the rest of his teammates rushed off the bench and ran over to join in the revelry while Crowe embraced Pepe with a big smile.
The goal allowed Pepe to rewrite the history of the '92 World Cup, becoming the oldest player in a World Cup knockout game at 39 years and 283 days. He is also the second oldest goal scorer in World Cup history if you add the group stage. In addition, Pepe surpassed Crowe as the oldest goal scorer in the World Cup, setting three records.
Portugal now lead 2-0 at half time and have one foot in the top 8. Currently, there is only one seat left in the top 8. Portugal will take the last bus, with the other 7 seats already locked up, including Netherlands, Argentina, England, France, Brazil, Croatia and Morocco.
