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Portugal's preparations ahead of the match against Norway

Jorge Jesus commented on the team's situation before the clash with Norway and the absence of Bruno Fernandes.

26 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The national coach of Portugal, Jorge Jesus, addressed the team's situation ahead of the match against Norway, which will take place in Oslo and is part of the second round of the 2026/27 Nations League. Jesus praised the capabilities of the Nordic team, recognizing it as a tough opponent due to its collective and individual quality, which was demonstrated during the World Cup.

In a press conference, Jesus stated that he does not fear Norway, saying: "I will not be afraid of Norway, zero." This statement reiterates the confident stance of the Portuguese team facing the upcoming challenge.

The situation regarding Bruno Fernandes, midfielder for Manchester United, is a concern for the team. Jesus revealed that Fernandes left the last match with a complicated problem and that his absence for the game against Norway is a possibility.

In addition to Fernandes, there is also uncertainty concerning Cristiano Ronaldo (CR7) in the match. The Portuguese national team is facing difficulties in listing available players due to injuries and physical issues that have affected some of their athletes.

Portugal's most recent training session did not include Bruno Fernandes, raising questions about his physical condition. The player may miss the match, which represents a significant loss for the team, given his abilities and experience.

Despite the absences, Jesus believes in the strength of his selection and reiterates the commitment to prepare the team in the best way for the clash. Images from the last training session of the national team have been released, showing the rest of the team focused on the preparations.

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