In a stunning turn of events, Portugal found themselves trailing Scotland without the services of Cristiano Ronaldo, who was relegated to the bench for the match. Scott McTominay, who has been in top form for his national team in the past year, fired Scotland into the lead with a goal, leaving the Portuguese side in shock.
HALF-TIME UPDATE: PORTUGAL 0-1 SCOTLAND
Despite Scotland’s lead, it seems inevitable that Portugal will eventually find the back of the net with the talent they possess. With strong reinforcements waiting on the bench, it is expected that Roberto Martinez’s side will turn the tide in the second half.
HALF-TIME PREDICTION: PORTUGAL 2-1 SCOTLAND
Portugal started their UEFA Nations League campaign with a win and will be looking to secure another victory as they face Scotland at Estadio da Luz on Sunday evening. Cristiano Ronaldo scored a landmark goal in their first match, helping them to claim maximum points in Group 1 of League A.
Match preview
In their previous Nations League match against Croatia, Portugal secured a 2-1 victory with a goal from former teammate Diogo Dalot and Cristiano Ronaldo’s milestone goal. Despite a late own-goal from Dalot, Portugal held on for the win, bouncing back after their Euro 2024 quarter-final exit.
After facing criticism following their Euro 2024 performance, Ronaldo silenced his doubters by delivering on the international stage once again. Head coach Roberto Martinez will be aiming to lead Portugal to another Nations League title, aiming to replicate their success from 2019 when they emerged as champions.
