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Young Portugal Fan Consoles Crying Frenchman after Euro 2016

This is a really touching moment between to fans of different countries, and generations.

Portugal pulled out a shocking win over France for their first ever major championship when Éder scored in the second half of extra time. It was a stunning result for France, who had their chances, but between the Portugal defense, some unkind woodwork, and keeper Rui Patrício having the match of his life, Portugal's lone, late goal was the difference.

Anguished French fans could be seen milling about the grounds after the game, and one inconsolable man was openly weeping. And then a beautiful little thing happened: a young Portugal fan came over to him as he had his face buried in his hands and offered him so encouragement. He took his hand and then patted him on the arm and must have said something really touching because after a few seconds, the man goes in for the full hug. The kid embraces him back and offers him a few pats on the back before they go their separate ways. Given the way this tournament started, with English and Russian fans trying to beat the shit out of each other in the streets of France, this is just a nice way to wrap it all up.

[BBC]