A victory would place the Portuguese in the round of 16, a round in which they would fall in the last World Cup against an Uruguay forced to win to stay alive.
The two favourite teams to lead the group are playing today with a clear aroma of revenge of Portugal, because four years ago, at the Russia World Cup, two goals of Cavani in the round of 16 sent to Portugal home. Now, revenge can be claimed, because a defeat would leave Uruguay in a very compromised situation.
How does Portugal arrive? After getting the victory against Ghana on the opening day and the distribution of points between Uruguay and Korea, Portugal is in a position to close its presence in the round of 16 winning to Uruguay. Cristiano has already scored goal, in a firm declaration of intent in his fifth and final World Cup. The scoring premiere of Joao Félix, who intends to vindicate himself at this event, also invites optimism. The bad new, Danilo’s goodbye after breaking three ribs.
How does Uruguay get there? Doubts and concern left the first game of Uruguay after the tie against Korea. It has generated a debate about the convenience continuing to bet on some of its sacred cows, with Luis Suárez being the greatest exponent. But Uruguay’s eternal competitive character is its maximum guarantee to avoid reaching the last day against the ropes.
The duel of the match. Bruno Fernandes vs Valverde. Although the glory was for the scorers, Portugal moved against Ghana with rhythm played by Bruno Fernandes, the real engine of the attacking team. The Portuguese offensive arsenal can be decisive by his talent. As Valverde can also be, if he gets to play with his version at Real Madrid to the national team. Fede’s scoring contribution with his mid-distance shot seems key to achieving a quality leap.
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