Overview

• Ruben Neves headed a late winner to secure Portugal’s 1-0 result after Cristiano Ronaldo had a second-half penalty saved by Caoimhín Kelleher.
• The World Cup qualifier was played at Lisbon’s Estádio José Alvalade in UEFA Group F.
• Portugal extend a perfect start to qualifying with three wins from three after earlier victories over Armenia and Hungary.
• Ireland remain winless on one point from three matches, further denting their chances of reaching the 2026 finals.
• Portugal were without João Neves and João Cancelo due to hamstring injuries, but still maintained control of the group.