Portugal triumph over Sweden: goals, double and Cristiano Ronaldo’s centenary



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Portugal remains firm at the start of the UEFA Nations League and defeated Sweden 0-2 at the Friends Arena stadium in Solna, duel valid for the second date of Group 3 with outstanding performance by Cristiano Ronaldo in the Portuguese.

At 43 ‘Sweden was left with one less player due to the expulsion of Gustav Svensson seeing the second yellow card for a strong tackle against Joao Moutinho. And that lack was what he took advantage of Cristiano Ronaldo to score from a free kick in the 44th minute. Great goal and both number 100 of CR7 with his selection.

Already in the 71 ‘, Cristiano closed the scoring and his personal double with another goal thanks to a right hand to the angle from outside the area, impossible for goalkeeper Robin Olsen.

Despite France’s 4-2 win over Croatia, Portugal continues as the leader of Group 3 with 6 points, the same units as the Gauls. Sweden and Croatia have not yet registered units.

On the next date, Sunday October 11, Portugal will visit France in a direct duel for being classified to the next round of the UEFA Nations League.

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