Last night's FIFA international friendlies provided a captivating preview of elite competition, as Portugal and Brazil secured decisive victories while Mexico and Belgium battled to a draw.
France sent a strong message ahead of the global showpiece with a confident 3-1 win over Colombia, while Portugal were left frustrated by a resilient Mexico in a 0-0 stalemate.
West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes has found a silver lining in a turbulent season, with his form earning him a maiden Portugal call-up.
Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole has confirmed he is open to leaving Portugal, either to pursue a move elsewhere abroad or return home to join one of the PSL’s so-called big three clubs.
Norway and Portugal claimed the top spots in Group I and F respectively after winning their 2026 World Cup qualifiers in convincing fashion on Sunday.
Thursday's World Cup qualifying for the European nations was headlined by a shock Republic of Ireland win over Portugal in which Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off.