Portugal XI vs North Macedonia: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news and injury latest for World Cup play-off
Portugal have veteran defender Pepe back among their ranks for Tuesday’s crunch World Cup play-off against North Macedonia in Porto.
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Giant-killers North Macedonia ready to destroy Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream
There are no prizes for guessing which team Cristiano Ronaldo preferred to face as Portugal prepare for the final step towards qualifying for the 2022 World Cup. But facing North Macedonia, a team rapidly gaining a reputation for its giant-killings, offers a precarious scenario.
Bruno Fernandes bridges Manchester United and Liverpool rivalry with Diogo Jota message
Bruno Fernandes has bridged the intense rivalry between Manchester United and Liverpool to send Diogo Jota a message after Portugal moved a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday night. Jota was on target for his country during an important 3-1 victory against Turkey.
Man City international round-up - Bernardo Silva shines as Zack Steffen proves his worth
As is the case during most international breaks, a host of Manchester City stars have jetted off across the globe this week to represent their nations. 13 members of Pep Guardiola's first-team squad have been handed international call-ups, although only two were in action on Thursday night.
Turkish captain Yilmaz bows out after penalty shocker
The 36-year-old could have levelled the scores -- he had pulled one back for the Turks after they trailed 2-0 -- but he put his 85th minute spot-kick over the bar. Matheus Nunes secured Portugal's victory in stoppage time.
Cristiano Ronaldo fires World Cup "respect" remark as Portugal win and Italy crash out
Cristiano Ronaldo insists "nothing is achieved" despite Portugal taking one step closer to their "great objective" of World Cup qualification.
Manchester United pair reach World Cup as Anthony Elanga makes Sweden bow
It proved to be a successful evening for Manchester United's international stars on Thursday evening as the line-up for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar took a step closer towards being finalised.