The national rugby team won the 2026 European Championship this Sunday, March 15, defeating Georgia 19-17 in Madrid. This victory marks Portugal's second European title, repeating their 2004 success. Despite an early lead by Georgia, a decisive try by Vincent Pinto and accurate kicking from Manuel Vareiro secured the comeback. The win is seen as a major milestone for the growth of rugby in Portugal, with federation president Carlos Amado da Silva highlighting the team's resilience and the potential for further development of the sport in the country.