Ronaldo injury helped Portugal to Euro 2016 success, says Abidal

Cristiano Ronaldo's injury in the Euro 2016 final helped Portugal to claim their first major title, according to former France international Eric Abidal.

The Real Madrid star hobbled off in the first half against France, dealing a blow to Portugal's hopes of victory, but Eder's extra-time strike ultimately clinched the trophy.

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