Nations League: Ronaldo unused as Portugal beat Norway 2-1
Portugal secured a 2-1 victory over Norway in the Nations League, with goals from João Félix and Gonçalo Ramos, as Cristiano Ronaldo remained on the bench. Read More: https://punchng.com/nations-league-ronaldo-unused-as-portugal-beat-norway-2-1/
Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 in the Nations League, with Cristiano Ronaldo remaining unused as a substitute. João Félix put Portugal ahead with his second goal in two games, while Erling Haaland equalized for Norway in the second half. Haaland, now Norway's all-time leading scorer in the competition with 22 goals, extended his impressive form.
Norway regained the lead through a mistake by goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland, who allowed Gonçalo Ramos to score a quick reply. Portugal maintained the lead until late in the game, when Fernandes and Gakpo nearly added more. Despite a late attempt by Ramos that hit the bar, VAR ruled out a potential fourth goal due to offside. Ronaldo, 41, continues his pursuit of 1,000 career goals, currently 21 short of the target.
Portugal secured two wins from two matches in their current Nations League season, while Norway faced criticism for their goalkeeper's errors.
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