No CR7, no problem! Bruno & Neves seal WC26 spot in style

Goal.com EN 16 November 2025 at 15:58(Processed: 16 November 2025 at 22:23)

Portugal secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup in impressive fashion despite the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo (CR7). Goals from Bruno Fernandes and potentially João Neves (implied by 'Neves seal WC26 spot') were key to their successful qualification.