Portugal HubThe Portugal national football team may be without one of its key players for the next few games. João Cancelo has suffered a muscle injury and will be out of competition for between six to eight weeks.
What happened?
João Cancelo was diagnosed with a muscle injury after a medical examination at the Al Hilal medical department.
Why is this important for Portugal?
The injury to João Cancelo could affect the Portugal national football team in the next few games, including matches against the Republic of Ireland and Hungary.
What comes next?
The presence of João Cancelo in the next games, including the visit of the Republic of Ireland and the home game against Armenia, is in doubt.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| October 11 | Republic of Ireland | - |
| October 14 | Hungary | - |
| November 13 | Republic of Ireland | - |
| November 16 | Armenia | - |
The injury to João Cancelo is a blow to the Portugal national football team, which needs all its key players to succeed in the competition.
