Portugal national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo expects a hostile reception at Aviva Stadium in today’s 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Ireland, Idman.Biz reports.
“The stadium will boo me, I’m used to it, and I hope it might relieve pressure on the other players. Above all, I want to enjoy the game. It’s not decisive, but almost decisive.
We know that a win will secure our place at the 2026 World Cup. We want to settle everything now. I know when I am useful, when I play well, and when I don’t. The quality of play should always come first. These are just words. I want us to reach the World Cup.
The Ireland team will play with a low block. The fans will support them and be more energized, and throw-ins will feel like corners. We need to be ready,” Ronaldo told A Bola.
The Ireland vs Portugal match will take place today, November 13, with kickoff at 23:45 Baku time.
