Portugal

Portugal qualified for their first World Cup in 1966, featuring Eusébio finishing in third place. They are currently ranked 9th in the FIFA World Rankings

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Sarina Wiegman ‘hoped to come away with more’ from England’s draw in Portugal

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Sarina Wiegman says England “had to adapt” to Portugal’s second-half changes after a 1-1 draw in their Nations League…

Feb 21, 2025

England held by Portugal in Nations League opener

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England’s Nations League campaign got off to a frustrating start as they were held to a 1-1 draw in…

Feb 21, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo’s pursuit of 1,000 goals unlikely to slow down as he turns 40

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Cristiano Ronaldo turns 40 on Wednesday but there is another number focusing the mind of the Portugal star on his…

Feb 5, 2025

Croatia and Denmark complete Nations League quarter-finals line-up

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Croatia and Denmark completed the Nations League quarter-finals line-up after both avoided defeat in their final group games. Josko Gvardiol…

Nov 18, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo nets brace as Portugal thrash Poland to reach quarter-finals

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Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal ensured a top-place finish in their Nations League group after beating Poland 5-1 in…

Nov 15, 2024

Bruno Fernandes praised for helping unwell plane passenger

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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has been praised for helping an unwell passenger on a plane. Football fan Susanna Lawson,…

Nov 12, 2024

Steve Clarke hails Nicky Devlin’s ‘brave’ block in Scotland’s draw with Portugal

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Steve Clarke praised debutant Nicky Devlin for a vital late block that helped Scotland claim their first Nations League point…

Oct 15, 2024

Scotland keep Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal at bay

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Scotland secured their first Nations League point with a gutsy goalless draw against Portugal at Hampden Park. Much of the…

Oct 15, 2024

Roberto Martinez: Cristiano Ronaldo will certainly be involved against Scotland

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Roberto Martinez has no worries about pitching 39-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo into his second away match in the space of 72…

Oct 14, 2024

Steve Clarke: Scotland in ‘tough moment’ but players should not be doubted

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Steve Clarke believes his embattled Scotland team have earned the right to retain the trust of the Scottish public as…

Oct 14, 2024

Bob Wilson fondly recalls Scotland debut ahead of latest clash with Portugal

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Bob Wilson recalled how playing for Scotland against Portugal at Hampden Park 53 years ago confirmed his strong Caledonian connections.…

Oct 14, 2024

Lyndon Dykes believes ‘massive characters’ will help Scotland turn around form

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Lyndon Dykes is confident Scotland will turn their form around as they recover from late despair in Croatia to prepare…

Oct 13, 2024