After weeks of suspense, Portugal manager Roberto Martinez announced the Portugal squad for the upcoming European Championship. They enter the Germany-hosted tournament looking for their first trophy since 2019 and first European Championship since 2016. At the 2022 World Cup, Portugal bounced out early. Roberto Martinez has seen success since then. Under the ex-Belgium gaffer, […]
After weeks of suspense, Portugal manager Roberto Martinez announced the Portugal squad for the upcoming European Championship. They enter the Germany-hosted tournament looking for their first trophy since 2019 and first European Championship since 2016.
At the 2022 World Cup, Portugal bounced out early. Roberto Martinez has seen success since then. Under the ex-Belgium gaffer, Portugal went 10-0 in their Euro qualifying group, scoring 36 total goals and conceding two. It has not lost a competitive game under Martinez. Their only loss was a 2-0 friendly against Slovenia.
Martinez selects 26 players
Under Martinez, Portugal has shifted to a possession-oriented playstyle, along with pressing relentlessly and using building out of the back more than ever. He’s made full use of star Cristiano Ronaldo in his 4-3-3 lineup. As the central striker, Ronaldo has scored ten goals in ten appearances.
Pundits say the squad has the most depth of a Portuguese squad coming to the Euros in decades. Their attacking prowess and defensive solidity will be tough to counter.
“I think this is a perfect mix of players,” Martínez said.
Ronaldo was one of 26 players chosen to don the red and green of Portugal. He will make history as the first player to play in six European Championships. Superstar attackers like Rafael Leão, Bernardo Silva and João Felix will join him at the team camp.
“Regarding Cristiano, it’s better to talk about the data,” Martinez shrugged at the press conference. “He is a player who scores 42 goals in 42 games for his club. This shows his…
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Author : Deolu Akingbade
Publish date : 2024-05-21 20:23:58
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