Iceland vs Portugal: On his historic 200th appearance, Cristiano Ronaldo struck a dramatic goal to earn Portugal a 1-0 victory in Iceland. Early on, Roberto Martinez’s team controlled possession, but they were unable to establish any sort of offensive flow. The Selecao’s winning streak in the Euro Qualifiers 2024 was extended by this victory.
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In a thrilling match, Cristiano Ronaldo sealed victory for Portugal with a dramatic last-minute goal, marking his historic 200th appearance for the national team. Despite Roberto Martinez’s side initially controlling possession, they faced difficulties in finding a rhythm in their attacking play.
Portugal’s Pepe came close to scoring in the 17th minute, as he rose above the defense to send a powerful header towards the goal, only to be denied by a brilliant save from Iceland’s goalkeeper, Alex Runarsson.
At the start of the second half, Portugal attempted to increase the pressure. Martinez’s team moved the ball faster and with greater purpose as they sought to put the Icelandic defenders under strain.
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Twenty minutes from time, Cristiano Ronaldo had a wonderful opportunity, but Sverrir Ingi Ingason did just enough to stop him. Ingason was there to make a challenge as Ronaldo fired after Goncalo Inacio floated a nice pass over the top into his path.
Ten guys remained for Iceland. Willum Willumsson received a second yellow card after a tough challenge ten minutes from the start of the game.
Goncalo Inacio cleverly headed the ball into Ronaldo’s path, setting him up for Portugal’s late victory.
After a protracted VAR review, the goal—which had first been penalised for offside—was ultimately scored, giving Portugal its fourth straight win in the Euro 2024 qualifying round.
Iceland Xi
Runarsson, Lunddal, Palsson, Ingason, Magnusson, Willumsson, Trautason, Gudmundsson, A. Gudmundsson, Finnbogason, Thorsteinsson.
Portugal XI:
Costa, Dalot, Pepe, Danilo, Dias, Cancelo, Fernandes, Neves, Bernardo, Leao, Ronaldo.
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