
The Seleção dominated Poland last night with an inspired performance at the National Stadium in Warsaw. Despite multiple changes to the starting XI, including young Renato Veiga at centreback, Portugal looked fresh, vibrant, and always in control.
Bernardo Silva finished off a wonderful move began by Rúben Neves to open the scoring and Cristiano Ronaldo maintained his scoring streak in the UEFA Nations League.
But it was the left side of Portugal's formation - Rafael Leão and Nuno Mendes - who stole the show, running roughshod over the hosts and leaving supporters much encouraged after a disappointing Euro.
Seleção correspondent Nathan Motz continues PortuGOAL.net's coverage of the first of two UEFA Nations League matches this month, with Portugal traveling to Scotland on Tuesday.
The Portugal delegation in Poland last night was naturally delighted after their exhilarating performance in Warsaw. Roberto Martínez said watching Bernardo and Bruno play like they did “were moments to treasure.”
Portugal made it three straight wins in the UEFA Nations League after a 3-1 victory in Poland.
Portugal have qualified for the 2025 UEFA European U21 Championship after two late goals secured a 3-1 win in the Faroe Islands.
Portugal will look to build on their positive start in the Nations League tomorrow. The Seleção are aiming for a third consecutive victory in Group A1 when they take on Poland in Warsaw.