"Portugal will be looking to keep up their 100% record in World Cup qualifying when they host the Republic of Ireland on Saturday. Portugal have only played two games so far in a smaller, four-team group, but look in good shape to reach the finals for a seventh straight tournament. Cristiano Ronaldo is up to a staggering 141 goals for his country now and scored his 39th World Cup qualifying goal against Hungary last time out."
"The Republic of Ireland have one point from their two matches so far in Group F and realistically need a win away from home to boost their slim chances. They have never won a game in Portugal in seven previous attempts. Portugal are without two regular starters. Former Manchester City full-back Joao Cancelo, now playing in Saudi Arabia, has a hamstring injury. And Joao Neves, the midfielder from PSG, is also out with a hamstring injury of his own."
Portugal host the Republic of Ireland in World Cup qualifying, maintaining a 100% record after two matches in a four-team Group F. Cristiano Ronaldo has 141 international goals and scored his 39th World Cup qualifying goal against Hungary. Ireland have one point from two matches and realistically need an away win, having never won in Portugal in seven attempts. Portugal will be missing Joao Cancelo and Joao Neves with hamstring injuries, while Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva will start in midfield. Ireland have several absences but Seamus Coleman returns and Troy Parrott is back in the squad. Projected lineups show Portugal strong up front. Portugal's recent home form includes 19 wins from 21 matches and high-scoring results.
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