Portugal Bounces Back with Confidence Boosting Win Over Ireland
Cristiano Ronaldo proved his prowess on the field once again by scoring twice, leading Portugal to a 3-0 victory over Ireland in their international friendly on Tuesday, setting the stage for Euro 2024.
After a 2-1 loss to Croatia over the weekend, Roberto Martinez’s squad regained confidence with a solid performance.
Ronaldo, at 39, answered critics with a stunning goal five minutes into the second half and a precise finish from Diogo Jota’s pass 10 minutes later, bringing his international tally to 130 goals.
This win reaffirmed Portugal’s potential despite recent doubts, as they prepare to face the Czech Republic on June 18, followed by matches against Turkey and Georgia in Group F.