Portugal Nations League: Portugal head into their off season knowing they still have a chance to qualify for the next round of the Nations League.
The inaugural champions currently sit in 2nd place behind Spain with 7 points from 4 matches after losing 1-0 to Switzerland in their previous clash.
The loss left leaves them in a slightly dodgy position in their hopes to qualify for the next round of the Nations League.
Without further ado, we see how and why the A Selecao can progress in the competition.
2 wins needed
The Portugal side face Czech Republic and Spain in their next 2 matches of the group. Victory in both of them will ensure a top place finish and progress.
Hence, the key is to win their next two matches and it remains in their hand. Ronaldo and Co will not want to leave it to others for their progress.
📅 On this day, three years ago, Portugal won the inaugural Nations League final. 🇵🇹🏆 pic.twitter.com/jG4fVyh2CM
— Football Tweet ⚽ (@Football__Tweet) June 9, 2022
Not only will the win qualify them for next round, but also keeps their preparation in good shape ahead of the World Cup.
Good performances
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Portugal may not have rolled back the years as yet but have been in pretty good shape during these matches.
After a decent display in the opening day draw to Spain, they picked up 2 straight wins without conceding.
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in the 4-0 win over Switzerland before Guedes and Cancelo continued the good work against Czech Republic.
Portugal aren’t messing around in the Nations League 😤 pic.twitter.com/CMV2ZHxZGv
— GOAL (@goal) June 9, 2022
Santos’ men have played good eye-catching football and look to be in good shape ahead of the World Cup finals later this year.
Lacklustre display by oppositions
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Many teams have complained about the Nations League scheduling post the gruelling season.
This has ensured that some top sides haven’t performed well in the competition such as France, England; who are staring down the barrel.
When good quality sides are getting knocked out early, it gives Portugal a better chance of progress and probably going all the way.
Teams have been lacklustre and suffered for results; which keeps Portugal in the hunt to face an easier opposition in the next round.
