Portugal is on the verge of securing it’s place in the 2026 World Cup after a dominant first-half performance against Armenia, fueled by goals from Gonçalo Ramos and João Neves.The Seleção das Quinas lead 5-1 at halftime in their final qualifying match, needing only to maintain their advantage to almost certainly book a ticket to the tournament.
The match, played without the suspended Cristiano Ronaldo, saw Portugal initially concede an equalizer after taking an early lead. However, Paris Saint-Germain forward Gonçalo Ramos and Benfica midfielder João Neves quickly turned the tide. Ramos opened the scoring, capitalizing on a defensive error with a composed finish, and Neves followed shortly after with a powerful half-volley from the edge of the box.
Ramos continued his impressive form,adding a second goal ten minutes later with a stunning free kick. His curling shot bypassed the wall,struck the crossbar,and nestled into the net,showcasing his technical skill.Neves’ goal marked his first for Portugal,adding to the significance of the evening for the young midfielder. The decisive first-half display puts Portugal firmly in control of their World Cup destiny.
