Portugal edge towards the U17 Euro quarter-finals after a 4-2 win against Sweden
Portugal overcame an early deficit to outclass Sweden and secure a 4-1 victory in Lod. Emmanuel Tannor set up Jardell Kanga for the opening goal in the 7th minute, but the Equipa das Quinas weathered the early storm and took control.
Goals to Rodrigo Ribeiro, João Veloso and Afonso Moreira established a 3-1 half time lead, Veloso netting his second goal in the 60th minute to seal the deal.
Leonardo de Oliveira scored a late consolation for Sweden but it was too little too late, Portugal powering to the top of Group D and taking a big step towards the U17 European Championship quarter-finals.