Portugal's win brings ‘an explosion of heroics and happiness’

Portugal’s triumphant soccer team returned home last night on a plane named after the country’s late legend Eusebio and will continue their celebrations after the dramatic win over hosts France in the Euro 2016 final.

Local media have kicked off the heroes’ welcome, with Publico newspaper declaring “10th of July, Portugal’s Day” with a photograph of Eder celebrating the match-winning goal in the 109th minute that gave the country a first European title.

Sports paper O Jogo gave its headline “Eternal” with a picture of the whole team.