Spain vs Portugal: Spain take on Portugal in an international friendly match at the Estadio Wanda Metropolitano on Friday with eyes on the Euro 2020.
Match Details:
Teams: Spain vs Portugal
Venue: Estadio Wanda Metropolitano, Madrid
Date: Friday 4th June, 2021
Time: 11:00 PM IST
Live Link: https://www.sonyliv.com/sports/football-international-friendlies-1500002536
Preview:
Spain and Portugal lock horns with each with in Madrid as both sides aim to get their best match practice before the Euro event begins from June 11th.
Luis Enrique’s side come into this clash on the back of a 3-1 win against Kosovo in April with Olmo, Torres and Moreno getting on the scoresheet.
Portugal too won their last match 3-1 against Luxembourg in the WC Qualifiers as Jota, Ronaldo and Palhinha got onto the scoresheet.
The Euro defending champions, Portugal have a great blend of experience and youth for the Euros apart from being led by the charismatic, Cristiano Ronaldo.
Santos’ side could not get a better opportunity to regain the Euro championship after their 2016 triumph.
The Spanish side come into this contest and Euros with serial winners in their squad.
The likes of Moreno, Torres and Llorente won the UEL and La Liga titles in the recent season and would aim to share their experiences to make Spain a dominant force once again.
Spain won the title in 2008 as well as 2012 and have the side to make it their third title in over a decade.
This is a friendly match but not without the high octane energy these 2 sides possess when on full display.
Form Guide
Spain: DWDWW
Portugal: LWWDW
Last Matches of both teams:
Spain 3-1 Kosovo
Luxembourg 1-3 Portugal
Where to watch the live streaming of Spain vs Portugal?
The live stream will be available on www.sonyliv.com
Team News
Guedes is in isolation after he contracted Covid-19 and will sit out of this one for Portugal while Spain has no injury concerns.
Spain possible 11:
Simon, Llorente, Garcia, Torres, Alba, Koke, Busquets, Pedri, Torres, Moreno and Oyarzabal.
Portugal possible 11:
Lopes, Mendes, Dias, Pepe, Cancelo, Fernandes, Sanches, Neves, Félix, Ronaldo and Jota.
Prediction: Spain 0-2 Portugal
Portugal has been in slightly better form with regard to their players performances. Their squad possesses immense talent and experience for all to witness.
Spain has a strong squad as well but there are worries over the consistency in their attack.
As a result of which, we fancy Portugal to win this one.