Goncalo Ramos, a 21-year-old substitute for Cristiano Ronaldo who had never scored a goal for Portugal against Switzerland, scored a remarkable hat-trick on a memorable night.
The other Selecao will now play Morocco in the round of eight, and they appear to be as likely to win as anyone.
The start was sloppy, but in minute 18 Ramos scored a sensational goal from a sharp angle, becoming the first player to score for his nation.
After that, there was only one victor, Portugal, who showed class by dominating Switzerland and creating numerous opportunities and circumstances both before and after extending their advantage courtesy to a corner kick from Bruno Fernandes and a goal from Pepe.
Ramos and Raphael Guerreiro scored two outstanding goals for Portugal in the 51st and 55th minutes to maintain their momentum after the half. Then, on 67 minutes, Ramos executed a third beautiful finish to make one of the wildest daydreams the World Cup has ever made come true. Switzerland did get one back shortly after through Manuel Akanji.
After being brought on as a late replacement, Rafael Leao added a sixth.
Source: newsthemegh.com