Without Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal scores a historic rout against Luxembourg

This Monday, 11th, Portugal it received Luxembourgpartly valid for the Euro 2024 qualifiers. Even without the presence of Cristiano Ronaldowho was suspended due to a third yellow card, the Portuguese dominated from start to finish and overpowered their opponents, winning 9-0.

From the start of the match, the Portuguese team showed that they were more comfortable on the field and made clear their dominance against the Luxembourg team. Therefore, at 11 minutes, Gonçalo Ignacio opened the scoring for Portugal, after a great cross from Bruno Fernandeswhich he sent to the large trivela area.

Afterwards, it was time to Gonçalo Ramos Shine and score the net to increase the score. At 17 minutes, the striker PSG receives from Bernardo Silva and sends it into the goal. At 33′, the center forward receives a good pass from Rafael Leao, turns easily inside the area and scores his second of the match. Before the break, Gonçalo Ignácio scored again, once again assisted by Bruno Fernandes. Interval! 4 to 0.

On the way back to the second stage, after 11 minutes, Portugal scored their fifth goal with Diogo Jota. The player received a great shot from Bruno Fernandes, who was inspired by the assists, adjusted his head and sent it towards the goal. At 21′, it was the striker’s turn to serve Ricardo Hortawho finished and scored the sixth.

Luxembourg still tried to react, coming up with some good moves and exploring some speed in transitions, but the Portuguese defense didn’t let the visitors create anything relevant. There was still time for Portugal to score the seventh, at 31′, in another quick exit from the home team. And Bruno Fernandes and João Félix closed the account. End of the game! 9 to 0.