When the flames of the European Cup are ignited again, every game is a visual feast, and the 1/8 final on July 3, the showdown between Turkey and Austria, let global fans witness the charm and miracle of the football world.
Turkey, the team that was humiliated by Austria 6-1 in the warm-up match, now completed the sweet revenge with a score of 2-1, and broke into the quarterfinals again after 16 years, writing a "legend of the stars and moon" of its own.
Turkey's victory was not only a victory in terms of score, but also a double victory of tactics and will.
Coach Montella's tactical layout, like an exquisite chess game, with a back five formation, successfully blocked Arnautovic, the core of Austria's attack.
In the absence of the core of the midfield, Calhanoglu and the main central defender Arcardin, the Turkish team showed amazing adaptability and teamwork spirit, and proved with practical actions that football is never just an individual stage, but also a contest of team wisdom and will.
Demiral's brace was undoubtedly the key to Turkey's victory.
The centre-back's rock-solid defence, combined with his impressive play in attack, made him the hero of the night.
Demiral's goal was not only a breakthrough in the Austrian defense, but also a huge morale boost for the Turkish team.
And Austria's Gregoritsch, although he pulled one back for the team in the game, failed to save the defeat in the end and could only watch the opponent advance.
This match is not only a contest between Turkey and Austria, but also a microcosm of a dark horse battle.
As the top of Group D, Austria are seen as one of the dark horses of this tournament, while Turkey showed strong momentum in the group stage.
The showdown between the two teams is not only a contest of strength, but also a contest of willpower.
Turkey's victory proves that in the world of football, with enough preparation and conviction, any miracle can happen.
Former England defender Matthew Upson spoke highly of the game: "I can't think of a better game I've ever seen.
Full of drama and full of dedication.
"Indeed, it was not only a suspenseful and dramatic game, but also a display of the fighting spirit and desire to win.
Especially in the last minute of stoppage time, after Yilmaz missed the chance to kill the game, Austria's Baumgartner almost completed the equalizing header, a series of twists and turns that made the game full of uncertainty and more exciting.
The brave save of Turkish goalkeeper Gunock is hailed as one of the classic moments in the history of the European Cup.
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton bluntly said: "It was one of the best saves in European Championship history.
Gunock's save not only saved the team's victory, but also became a good story in the history of football, which makes people sigh that the charm of football is often in these inadvertent moments.
Turkey's victory is not only a revenge for the past, but also an oath for the future.
They will face the Netherlands in the quarter-finals and a new challenge awaits them.
As for Austria, although they have not been able to go further, their performance in this European Championship has earned everyone's respect.
On the stage of the European Cup, new stories are always being staged.
Although the matchup between Turkey and Austria has come to an end, it has left us not only with the result of the score, but also with a deep understanding of the spirit of football.
Let's continue to look forward to the next great moment of the European Championship, because here every moment has the potential to become a timeless classic.
Whether it is Turkey's "Legend of the Stars and Moon" or Austria's "Song of the Alps", they are writing their own football epics in their own way.