Portugal got their World Cup campaign up and running with a 3-2 win against Ghana as quick-fire goals from Joao Felix and Rafael Leao helped them to victory at Stadium 974.
Cristiano Ronaldo put his side ahead in the 65th minute — after leaving Manchester United by “mutual agreement” earlier in the week — with a penalty which made him the first male player to score at five World Cups.
Ghana’s Andre Ayew equalised in the 73rd minute, but Portugal responded with 78th-minute and 80th-minute efforts from Felix and Leao. A late effort from Osman Bukari made things interesting but Fernando Santos’ side were able to ride out the storm.
Cristiano Ronaldo STARTS and is named captain for Portugal’s World Cup opener against Ghana. 🇵🇹 pic.twitter.com/3GFxsBCtYX
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