Nations League roundup: Haaland limps off in Norway’s loss to Portugal
Portugal secured a 2-1 victory over Norway in the Nations League, confirming their place in the quarter-finals. The match was notable for Erling Haaland leaving the pitch with an injury and ongoing internal team drama regarding Cristiano Ronaldo.
Why it matters
The injury to Erling Haaland poses a potential concern for Manchester City, while Portugal continues to perform well despite internal squad conflicts.
Erling Haaland may have added to Manchester City’s problems. Erling Haaland may have added to Manchester City’s problems. Nations League Nations League roundup: Haaland limps off in Norway’s loss to Portugal Portugal victory seals place in quarter-finals
Prefer the Guardian on Google Title-holders Portugal maintained their 100% record in the Nations League with a 2-1 home win over Norway on Sunday to seal a place in the March quarter-finals, while Manchester City’s problems may have got worse after Erling Haaland limped off for the visitors.
Portugal hope their victory at the Estádio Do Dragão shifts the focus further away from Cristiano Ronaldo’s abrupt exit from the squad last week. Gonçalo Ramos netted 11 minutes from time to ensure they secured a top-two finish in Group A4 as they moved six points ahead of second-placed Denmark, who won 1-0 at Wales .
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