Live Coverage: Roberto Martínez Selects Nélson Semedo and Renato Veiga Against Hungary

The European qualification match between Portugal and Hungary has significant implications for Portugal’s chances of securing a ninth World Cup appearance. A win on home ground would not only mark their seventh consecutive World Cup qualification but also rest on the outcome of the Armenia vs. Ireland match.
Match Overview
As the match unfolded, Cristiano Ronaldo showcased his remarkable scoring ability, netting two goals. The first came within 22 minutes, where Nélson Semedo played a crucial role, creating space and assisting Ronaldo, who scored his 142nd international goal.
Ronaldo then followed up with another goal just before halftime, completing a brilliant setup from Nuno Mendes. This goal marked his 143rd for Portugal, contributing to his status as the all-time leading scorer in World Cup qualification.
Match Details
- Date: Tuesday
- Venue: Portugal (Home match)
- Teams: Portugal vs. Hungary
- Notable Players:
- Portugal: Diogo Costa, Nélson Semedo, Rúben Dias, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes, Rúben Neves, Vitinha, Bruno Fernandes, Pedro Neto, Cristiano Ronaldo, Bernardo Silva
- Hungary: Balázs Tóth, Loic Nego, Attila Szalai, Willi Orbán, Milos Kerkez, András Schafer, Callum Styles, Bolla, Barnabás Varga, Szoboszlai, Rolland Sallai
Match Highlights
- 09 minutes: Atilla Szalai scored the opener for Hungary off a corner taken by Dominik Szoboszlai.
- 22 minutes: Cristiano Ronaldo scored from a Semedo assist, marking his 142nd international goal.
- 45+3 minutes: Ronaldo scored again, this time assisted by Nuno Mendes, bringing his tally to 143.
As the qualification process continues, Portugal remains in a strong position to advance. Their performance against Hungary reflects their potential to make a mark in future international competitions, placing emphasis on the contributions of players like Nélson Semedo and Renato Veiga.
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