Hard yards! Skipper Fernandes warns Portugal must suffer to beat dangerous Norwegians
Portugal captain Bruno Fernandes has emphasized the need for defensive discipline as his team prepares for a UEFA Nations League match against Norway. The squad aims to maintain their perfect group record in Porto.
Why it matters
The match is a critical fixture in the UEFA Nations League, impacting the standings for the quarter-finals.
Portugal captain Bruno Fernandes praised his side's defensive work rate following their earlier victory against Norway in Oslo. The midfielder emphasized that Portugal must appreciate the dirty work required to contain a dangerous Norwegian attack.
Portugal captain Bruno Fernandes will anchor his side's midfield engine as the Selecao host Norway in a UEFA Nations League Group A4 match at the Estadio do Dragao. Portugal sit top of the group standings with nine points after winning all three opening fixtures.
The Manchester United midfielder played a key role in recent victories over Wales, Norway, and Denmark.
Fernandes expects another demanding battle against Stale Solbakken's side.
Reflecting on Portugal's 2-1 win over Norway in September, Fernandes acknowledged that the team had to endure difficult moments. He stressed the importance of appreciating the squad's defensive discipline under head coach Jorge Jesus.
Fernandes noted that Portugal's backline responded effectively when tested.
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