“Deserves More Respect” – Bruno Fernandes Shows His Class With Two Incredible Goals For Portugal

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Portugal's Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring their second goal with Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Bruno Fernandes was the hero for Portugal, as he scored a brace against North Macedonia to send Portugal to the World Cup.

Portugal hosted North Macedonia in the Path C play-off final on Tuesday after beating Turkey 3-1 last week. Blagoja Milevski’s side stunned Italy in their play-off semi-final with a solid defensive display at the home of the European Champions, and started the game against Portugal in a similar manner.

However, just after the half-hour mark, Fernandes combined with his Manchester United teammate Cristiano Ronaldo to open North Macedonia’s backline. The 37-year-old’s cheeky nutmeg pass found the attacking midfielder, who placed the ball into the bottom corner.

Fernandes’ brilliant half-volley in the second half doubled Portugal’s lead and cemented their place in the 2022 World Cup.

 

Now that Portugal’s trip to Qatar is confirmed, the United star’s focus will turn back to helping the Red Devils qualify for next season’s Champions League.

Further, he has agreed to sign a new-five contract with the club and the renewal could be announced upon his return to Manchester.

Meanwhile, it was a disappointing night for Victor Lindelof and Anthony Elanga, as Sweden missed out on a World Cup spot following their 2-0 defeat at the hands of Poland.