It is expected that Ronaldo lead Portugal to victory tonight
It is expected that Ronaldo lead Portugal to victory tonight
Euro 2016 is underway and already witnessed several exciting games and lots of goals. On Tuesday, four teams in Group F will play their first matches. Both matches promise to offer serious tactical outwitting.
Late meeting tonight up against each other Portuguese Fernando Santos and tournament debutants of Iceland. Portugal topped their qualifying group and are favorites to do the same in their Group F tournament in France. For this purpose, the team of Santos will seek victory in their first meeting and should not underestimate his opponent.
Iceland conceded just six goals in matches in the qualification group, indicating that they are very solid in defense. They beat group favorites the Netherlands and Turkey on their way to France.
Portugal relies too much on the star in his team Cristiano Ronaldo. Real Madrid striker has 56 goals for his country and was the top scorer for his country in qualifying. It is often the catalyst for his team, but it has its drawbacks, as when he is not doing well on the field, the team also experiencing difficulties.
Without a doubt, Ronaldo will be motivated enough to show the best of its arsenal. His motivation and determination for success should be reflected and his teammates, and incite them to play at the top of their abilities.
Key players for Portugal that deserve attention are Bruno Alves - one of the best young defenders in the world and 18-year-old "child prodigy" Renato Sanchez, who is likely to have the role of "golden reserve" for otbora.Za Iceland stands name playmaker Gilfi Sigurdsson, who marked a goal every three games for his country. Moreover Sigurdsson is a master of performances direct free kick.
In conclusion, we can add that Iceland are well organized in defense and this will probably be a closed game that Portugal should win this in order to have enough creativity in attack.