On the 11th, at the Estadio Jose Alvelade Stadium in Lisbon, Portugal faced Ireland in the third round of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

Having lost the status of favorite, the rulers could not attack the underdog’s defense for a long time. Already in the first half there is a chance to open a goal for Bernardo Silva, rather than being foolishly caught at an empty goal.

After the interruption, the Portuguese lost their advantage again, but for a long time the result did not change.

In the 73rd half, Cristiano Ronaldo lost his miraculous ability to take a penalty, but his shot in the center was saved by Brentford goalkeeper Quivin Kelleher.

When it looked like the match would end in a draw, Ruben Neves, on the 90th + 1st goal, brought Portugal a 1:0 victory with an accurate strike..

Portugal – Ireland – 1:0.

Goal: Neves, 90+1.

Missed penalty: Ronaldo 73.