The Portugal national team is going through a tough time after the draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo in the World Cup opener. Diogo Dalot was outspoken in a press conference before the team's training session with a focus on the decisive match against Uzbekistan.

What happened?

The Portuguese team failed to win the game against the Democratic Republic of Congo, which generated criticism and pressure on the team.

Why is this important for Portugal?

The Portuguese team needs to overcome the crisis and focus on the next game to have a chance of advancing in the competition.

What comes next?

The Portuguese team will face Uzbekistan in the next game, and a win is crucial to keep the chances of qualification alive.

The anxiety and pressure on the team are high, and Diogo Dalot admitted that it affected the team's performance. | Date | Opponent | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | | Democratic Republic of Congo | Draw | | | Uzbekistan | - | Diogo Dalot defended the unity of the group led by Cristiano Ronaldo and asked to keep their feet on the ground. The expectation surrounding the team is high, but it's essential to remain calm and focus on the next game.