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Ronaldo declares Portugal ready after Nigeria victory
Cristiano Ronaldo has declared Portugal ready for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his side edged Nigeria’s Super Eagles 2-1 in their final warm-up fixture in Leiria on Wednesday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
The Portugal captain posted a message on Instagram shortly after the full-time whistle at the Estádio Dr Magalhães Pessoa, writing, “The preparation is done. Eyes on the World Cup.”
It was not a flawless evening for the hosts.
Pedro Neto gave Portugal the lead in the 23rd minute after Ronaldo spurned a gilt-edged chance, but Akor Adams levelled before halftime after being set up by Fisayo Dele-Bashiru. Francisco Conceicao then » Read More
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