Portugal dominated Luxembourg with a resounding 9-0 victory during a European Championship qualifying match, on Monday night, Newspremises understands.
The standout performance of the evening came from none other than Manchester United midfielder, Bruno Fernandes. The 29-year-old showcased his exceptional talent by delivering a spectacular trivela assist that left fans and pundits alike in awe.
The defining moment of the match occurred in the 12th minute when Bruno Fernandes executed an exquisite outside-of-the-boot pass, perfectly timed and angled, to assist defender Goncalo Inacio in scoring the opening goal. It was a play that highlighted Fernandes’ precision and vision on the field.
Adding to the spectacle, Sporting Lisbon centre-back Goncalo Inacio reciprocated the brilliance with a well-placed header, capitalizing on Fernandes’ inch-perfect trivela assist.
The synergy between the two players was evident, as they seamlessly connected to extend Portugal’s lead to 3-0.
Notably, Goncalo Ramos, who recently joined Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), contributed two goals to Portugal’s commanding lead. The partnership between Ramos and Fernandes mirrored the effectiveness that led to the opening goal, further solidifying Portugal’s dominance on the field.
Fernandes completes hattrick of assists
Bruno Fernandes continued to deliver an exceptional performance, demonstrating his prowess on the field with remarkable assists and a well-deserved goal.
In the closing moments of the first half, Fernandes once again showcased his playmaking abilities by setting up Goncalo Inacio for another scoring opportunity.
The second half of the match saw Fernandes, the former Sporting star and current Manchester United captain, achieve a remarkable hattrick of assists.
A standout moment came when he lofted a perfectly executed pass over the Luxembourg defense, finding Diogo Jota, who displayed incredible speed and skill to sprint onto the pass and deliver a superb finish.
To cap off his outstanding performance, Fernandes decided to add his name to the scoresheet, displaying composure and precision as he calmly slotted the ball into the net from inside the penalty area.
This goal was the result of an expertly timed through pass from Otavio, highlighting not only Fernandes’ scoring ability but also his ability to work in tandem with his teammates.
Portugal’s comprehensive victory against Luxembourg places them on the brink of becoming the first nation to secure qualification for the 2024 European Championship.
This remarkable win underscores Portugal’s dominance in the competition and solidifies their position as a formidable force in international football
