Portugal maintained their unblemished record in the Nations League with a convincing 3-1 victory over Poland on Saturday. The match witnessed a dominant display from the Portuguese, who controlled the proceedings from the outset.
Bernardo Silva opened the scoring for Portugal in the 28th minute, capitalizing on a well-placed cross from Bruno Fernandes. Cristiano Ronaldo doubled the lead just nine minutes later, pouncing on a rebound after Rafael Leao’s shot struck the post.
Poland managed to pull one back in the 78th minute through Piotr Zielinski, but Portugal quickly restored their two-goal advantage when Jan Bednarek inadvertently deflected the ball into his own net in the 88th minute.
Ronaldo’s goal marked his third consecutive match with a goal in the Nations League, further cementing his status as one of the most prolific international scorers of all time.
The match was also notable for an incident involving a fan who breached security and entered the field to take a selfie with Ronaldo. The Al Nassr star showed his graciousness by allowing the fan to fulfill his dream, despite the security concerns.
Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez praised his team’s competitiveness and focus after the match. He highlighted the growing depth and quality within the squad, which he believes will be crucial in their quest for World Cup glory.
Martinez also commended the performances of Diogo Jota, Renato Veiga, and Ruben Dias, who all made significant contributions to the victory. He emphasized the importance of managing player fitness and utilizing the entire squad, especially with two matches scheduled within a short timeframe.
