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Portugal Prepare For New Zealand Clash After Beating Russia

Portugal was put through their paces at the Spartak Stadium training ground on Thursday as they prepare to take on New Zealand in their final … Continue reading Portugal Prepare For New Zealand Clash After Beating Russia


Portugal was put through their paces at the Spartak Stadium training ground on Thursday as they prepare to take on New Zealand in their final Confederations Cup group game.

Cristiano Ronaldo headed an early winner as Portugal beat hosts Russia 1-0 on Wednesday to go top of Group A and spoil Russian goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev’s 100th cap.

Portugal has four points after they conceded an equaliser in stoppage time to draw their opening match 2-2 against Mexico.

Ronaldo did not join his teammates on the pitch on Thursday as he was among a group of players given a rest after Wednesday’s match.

Portugal will play New Zealand on Saturday, June 24, while Russia will face Mexico in their last group game.