"The Portuguese stormed to the UEFA Nations League title earlier this year and are part of the group of football teams that have belatedly joined the qualifiers for the FIFA 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Al Jazeera Sport takes a look at the match that could put one foot in next year's final for Portugal, while it's a must-win for the Irish."
"Portugal have won both their opening qualifiers in Group F, winning 5-0 in Armenia in their first match and 3-2 in Hungary in their second game. Ireland came from two behind in Dublin to draw 2-2 in their opening Group F match against 10-man Hungary. Adam Idah scored the leveller in the 90th minute. The Irish fell two behind once again in their second match, away to Armenia, but Evan Ferguson's 57th-minute strike did not set up another comeback on this occasion, with the hosts holding on for a 2-1 win."
Portugal will host the Republic of Ireland at Estadio Jose Alvalade in Lisbon on Saturday, October 11 at 7:45pm (18:45 GMT) in a UEFA World Cup qualifier. Portugal sit in a commanding position in Group F after winning their opening qualifiers 5-0 in Armenia and 3-2 in Hungary. Ireland remain winless, drawing 2-2 at home with Hungary and losing 2-1 in Armenia. The Portuguese won the 2025 UEFA Nations League, beating Spain on penalties in the final and defeating Germany in the semifinal. Portugal can strengthen their grip on Group F with victory. Portugal beat Ireland 3-0.
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