Ronaldo Shines as Portugal Secures Victory Against Poland in Nations League

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 133rd Portugal goal as they defeated Poland in the Nations League.

Captain Ronaldo hit the crossbar from close range before Portugal took the lead through Bernardo Silva, who volleyed in from a knockdown by Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes.

Al-Nassr forward Ronaldo doubled the lead when he slotted in a rebound after Rafael Leao hit the post following a fantastic run. This marked Ronaldo’s third Nations League goal in three games, despite failing to net at Euro 2024. He was replaced by Diogo Jota in the 63rd minute.

Portugal appeared comfortable in Warsaw until Piotr Zielinski smashed in a shot, giving Poland a glimmer of hope. However, Southampton defender Jan Bednarek scored a late own goal, sliding Nuno Mendes’ cross into his own net, securing the win for Portugal.

The hosts handed an international debut to Salford-born Maxi Oyedele. The 19-year-old, whose mother is Polish, joined Legia Warsaw from Manchester United in the summer after a loan spell with Forest Green last season.

Portugal, having won all three of their Nations League games, will face Scotland—who have lost all three—at Hampden Park on Tuesday.