Scotland Holds Portugal to Goalless Draw in Tense Nations League Clash
Cristiano Ronaldo's frustration mounts as Scotland ends nine-match winless streak with a hard-fought point at Hampden Park.
- Scotland secured their first Nations League point after a goalless draw against group leaders Portugal, ending a nine-match winless streak.
- Cristiano Ronaldo was visibly frustrated, leaving the pitch without acknowledging fans after being denied by Scotland's resilient defense.
- Craig Gordon, Scotland's 41-year-old goalkeeper, was instrumental in maintaining the clean sheet with several crucial saves, including a late stop against Bruno Fernandes.
- Debutant Nicky Devlin made a vital block in stoppage time to deny Portugal's Rafael Leao a potential winner.
- Despite Portugal's dominance in possession, they struggled to convert their chances, leaving them three points ahead of Croatia in Group A1.