Portugal vs Iceland: Bruno Fernandes Steers Portugal to Perfect Euro 2024 Qualifying Record Despite Ronaldo's Absence!

Cristiano Ronaldo was not there for Portugal’s match against Iceland, but Bruno Fernandes made sure Roberto Martinez’s team finished their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign undefeated.

Along with former Manchester United teammate Selecao, seasoned striker Bruno Fernandes, who was mostly quiet during most difficulties, was present to secure victory.

Portugal had to work hard on Sunday to defeat Iceland 2-0 in a match that was unavoidably an attack versus defense contest.

After a deft flick by Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes finally broke Iceland’s resolute resistance with a magnificent goal, shooting from the upper corner of the box.

After Joao Felix’s attempt struck the post, Ricardo Horta scored his second goal off the bench, but it was still a draw. Horta scored the rebound after Cristiano Ronaldo’s early effort to score saw the ball fall pleasantly for the goalkeeper. Although Iceland made a late comeback and struck the crossbar, the hosts had an easy evening. Portugal will finish their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign with a perfect ten out of ten wins thanks to the outcome, which puts them as the clear favorite for the competition in Germany the following summer. Portugal’s players at Estadio Jose Alvalade were assessed by Goal, who gave the goalkeeper and defense the following ratings:

Diogo Costa (6/10): Had a tough night until reaching Iceland’s goal late due to injury.

Joao Mario (6/10): Enjoyed the ball but couldn’t influence the game much in the final third. A decent performance overall.

Ruben Dias (6/10): A standard night for Dias. Iceland found no way past him.

Goncalo Inacio (6/10): Headed wide from six yards in the first half but defensively solid.

Joao Cancelo (7/10): Impressive dribbles from the right, some excellent crosses, a class act.

Midfield:

Otavio (6/10): Started with a misplaced cross but couldn’t impact the game as much as desired.

Joao Palhinha (6/10): A calm operator in midfield, tidying up whenever needed. Not his toughest night.

Bruno Fernandes (8/10): A splendid goal from outside the penalty area’s lower corner. A few brilliant passes that helped control the game multiple times.

Attack:

Bernardo Silva (7/10): Always ready to pass, Silva bravely backheeled to assist Fernandes. created possibilities by working diligently until being replaced at 62 minutes.

Cristiano Ronaldo (4/10): During the last 30 minutes, he led a great opportunity. Felix’s shot was cleared, although it should have scored after it was saved and then spilled for a rebound. Mainly silent.

Joao Felix (7/10): A deft football player who consistently finds space on the left wing, even in confined spaces. done everything aside from that, but didn’t score.

Manager and Stand-ins:

After Silva, Ricardo Horta (7/10) scored right away, nearly doubling the lead. Rafael Guerreiro (score of 6): Replaced Joao Mario in the closing moments and diverted Iceland’s attempt onto the crossbar. Bruma (N/A): Arrives late. Joao Neves (N/A): Arrived late to fill in. Roberto Martinez (7/10): The Belgian manager had a restful evening. They will be optimistic about winning in Germany the following summer after their outstanding qualifying record.”