The Portugal national team, led by Nuno Mendes, seeks redemption after a surprising draw against RD Congo. The Portuguese left-back anticipated the match against Uzbekistan.

What happened?

Portugal's opening match ended in a surprising draw against RD Congo. Nuno Mendes regretted the outcome, but highlighted the positive dynamics shown by the team.

Why is it important for Portugal?

The reaction of the Portugal national team is crucial for success in the 2026 World Cup. Nuno Mendes has the team's first objective well defined: «We know we have two games to win and qualify for the next phase.»

What comes next?

The next challenge for Portugal is the match against Uzbekistan, scheduled for Tuesday. Nuno Mendes expects a «physical» match that will require maximum discernment.

DateOpponentResult
2026-06-20RD CongoDraw

The Portugal national team has the potential to achieve much in the 2026 World Cup. Nuno Mendes is confident in the team's ability to overcome challenges and reach the next phase.