Portugal target 3 points against Uzbekistan in Group K
Houston match tests Portugal’s response after a 1-1 draw with RD Kongo, while Uzbekistan arrive off a 1-3 loss to Kolombia.
Portugal face Uzbekistan in their second Group K match at Houston Stadium, Amerika Serikat, on Wednesday at 00.00 WIB. Three points are a key target for Roberto Martinez’s team after they were held 1-1 by Republik Demokratik Kongo in their opener. The result left Portugal’s path to the knockout stage still not secure, although they remain favored because of their squad depth and big-tournament experience.
Cristiano Ronaldo is again in focus at his sixth World Cup, with support from Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Vitinha, and Ruben Dias. On the Uzbekistan side, the debutants arrive after a 1-3 defeat by Kolombia. Fabio Cannavaro is relying on collective play, with Eldor Shomurodov and Abbosbek Fayzullaev as the main threats.