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Portugal’s hopes stay alive after a last-gasp goal from saved them from a defeat against the United states.
After taking the lead in just the 5th minute, Portugal went on to surrender the lead when Jermaine Jones and Clint Dempsey both scored in the second half.
Ronaldo joined in the heroics, producing a great cross at the death which saw Portugal equalise.
FINAL SCORE:
Portugal 2
USA 2
Portugal need a victory today against the USA to keep their World Cup chances alive following a heavy first round defeat to Germany. Join The Roar for live scores and commentary from 8.00am AEST.
Portugal’s World Cup campaign got off to the worst possible start against Germany, losing 4 nil in a performance that now leaves them in a precarious position heading into their second match against the United States.
The USA are full of confidence following a last gasp 2-1 victory over Ghana that leaves them well positioned to challenge for a round of sixteen birth.
In bad news for Portugal, key defenders Fabio Coentrao and Pepe are both out of today’s match through injury and suspension respectively. The United States will certainly fancy their chances of getting a positive result today given Portugal’s troubles at the back.
Of course, Cristiano Ronaldo should have more opportunities to flourish against the US defence than he did against Germany. The Real Madrid superstar was well contained in the first round and will look to leave his mark against the US today.
Nani also needs to fire in attack for Portugal. The Manchester United winger is yet to truly reach his potential for his national team but a strong performance from him today will go a long way to helping Portugal get a win.
With little room for error for Portugal today, expect the US to play on the counter attack against a Portuguese side desperate to make up a poor differential.
With Pepe and Coentrao missing at the back, the US will fancy their chances of scoring a goal on the counter.
Overall, the US certainly have the confidence and support to secure a valuable score draw against the weakened Portugual.
USA and Portugal to draw 1-1