"We are playing in front of our fans against a team we respect, but they're a team against whom we want to demonstrate our level and secure qualification. Armenia are a team that tries to play. They're very intelligent and have creative ability. Defensively, they have a solid back five. They're a very competitive team, which we respect a lot. I really like the coach's work."
"Portugal aren't just Ronaldo - the entire team is world-class. We're very happy to have the opportunity to play against such opponents. It will be a huge experience for us. How can we experiment against Portugal? Let them experiment - we'll take advantage of that. We will use everything we have."
"We like to work with two per position. Goncalo [Ramos] is a natural striker. He's already had some very good moments with the national team."
"He's the striker with the highest average minutes per goal in competitions. He's a very im"
Portugal can clinch World Cup qualification by beating Armenia in Group F. Cristiano Ronaldo is suspended after being sent off for elbowing Dara O'Shea in a 2-0 loss to the Republic of Ireland. Portugal lead Hungary by two points and will be certain of a finals place with a win. Coach Roberto Martinez praised Armenia's intelligent, creative play and solid back five while calling the situation "Sadness is an opportunity." Armenia coach Yeghishe Melikyan said Portugal remain world-class without Ronaldo and vowed to use everything available. Goncalo Ramos is likely to lead Portugal's attack.
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