Portugal got off to a winning start at the 2022 World Cup after an exciting 3-2 victory against Ghana. The Seleçao dominated the first half but were unable to break the deadlock, Ronaldo spurning the best chance in the 10th minute.
Fernando Santos’ side deservedly went ahead in the 65th minute when Ronaldo won and converted a penalty. The lead lasted just eight minutes however when André Ayew converted from close range.
Bruno Fernandes assisted two quick fire goals for João Félix and Rafael Leão with the victory seemingly assured, Osman Bukari reducing the deficit in the 89th minute to set up a grandstand finish.
Portugal endured nine minutes of added time, Diogo Costa narrowly escaping an embarrassing situation in the final minute when he was outsmarted by Iñaki Williams.
PortuGOAL’s Matthew Marshall reports from Stadium 974
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