Manchester United are facing intense scrutiny over their medical management of Bruno Fernandes after it emerged the captain has been playing through significant pain for several weeks. The 32-year-old was forced to sit out Portugal’s recent Nations League clash with Norway, sparking fears of a long-term layoff for the Red Devils' talisman.
Portugal forward Rafael Leao has credited new head coach Jorge Jesus with transforming the national team’s tactical approach following their hard-fought victory over Norway. The former AC Milan star believes the veteran manager has finally fixed the defensive frailties that previously hindered the Selecao in major fixtures.
Norway captain Martin Odegaard has hit out at Bernardo Silva following a controversial challenge during Sunday's international clash at Ullevaal. The midfielder was left visibly distressed and limping after a late tackle from the Portugal star, sparking fears over his fitness for both club and country.
Pedro Neto hailed Portugal's defensive grit after securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Norway in the UEFA Nations League. The winger highlighted his side's tactical maturity and swift response to conceding as the driving forces behind a crucial win in Group A4.
Goncalo Ramos seized his opportunity on the international stage after starting ahead of benched legend Cristiano Ronaldo and netting the decisive goal in Portugal's 2-1 win over Norway. The forward played down personal headlines following his match-winning heroics in Oslo, insisting team success remains the primary target under new boss Jorge Jesus.
Portugal forward Joao Felix scored his second goal of the Nations League campaign as Jorge Jesus' side earned a 2-1 victory against Norway. The 26-year-old attacker attributed the team's strong start to collective unity and tactical discipline.
Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus praised his side's defensive resilience after securing a hard-fought 2-1 Nations League win over Norway. The veteran tactician labelled Norway a top-five European side while detailing how his backline managed Erling Haaland in Oslo.
Cristiano Ronaldo remained an unused substitute for the first time in 18 years during Portugal's 2-1 Nations League victory over Norway. The 41-year-old captain then raised eyebrows by walking straight off the pitch without joining team-mates to thank travelling supporters.
Portugal secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Norway in the UEFA Nations League, maintaining their perfect start to the group stage. Despite Erling Haaland finding the net for the hosts, clinical finishing from Joao Felix and Goncalo Ramos ensured the Selecao left Ullevaal with all three points.
Portugal maintained their perfect start to the Nations League campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Norway in Oslo, capitalising on a disastrous error from goalkeeper Orjan Nyland. While Erling Haaland managed to find the net yet again for the hosts, the Selecao proved too clinical as they brought Norway's long unbeaten home run to an abrupt end.
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