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Portugal
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Biggest achievements on a Worldcup stage:
3rd place in 1966
Coach
Luiz Felipe Scolari
Squad
Ricardo (Sporting)
Quim (Benfica)
Bruno Vale (Estrela da Amadora)
Miguel (Valência)
Paulo Ferreira (Chelsea)
Ricardo Carvalho (Chelsea)
Fernando Meira (Stuttgart)
Ricardo Costa (FC Porto)
Caneira (Sporting)
Nuno Valente (Everton)
Costinha (Dynamo)
Petit (Benfica)
Maniche (Chelsea)
Tiago (Lyon)
Deco (FC Barcelona)
Hugo Viana (Valência)
Figo (Inter de Milão)
Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester United)
Boa Morte (Fulham)
Simão (Benfica)
Nuno Gomes (Benfica)
Pauleta (Paris Saint-Germain)
Hélder Postiga (Saint-Etienne)
Ah, it seems Quaresma is Portugal's Huntelaar.
Had a great season,maybe not a lot of goals, but whoah! He's still young though.
How do you feel about that GhOsT ?
Well, I think that Quaresma should have been called. I mean, he is a great player and he was considered the best player of the season! Scolari picked Helder Postiga, who scored 2 or 3 goals in the entire season instead of João Tomás, who was the second best scorer of the league. He also called Ricardo Costa when he only have played 18 games instead of Nunes, who is having a terrific season. Then he called Bruno Vale instead of Paulo Santos, who is one of the best keepers in the portuguese league. And he picked Maniche, who played 1 or 2 games, instead of Pedro Mendes. Anyway, the 23 I would take to Germany are:
Keepers:
-Paulo Santos (Braga)
-Ricardo (Sporting)
-Quim (Benfica)
Defenders:
-Nunes (Mallorca)
-Ricardo Carvalho (Chelsea)
-Meira (Stuttgart)
-Caneira (Sporting)
-Miguel (Valencia)
-Paulo Ferreira (Chelsea)
-Nuno Valente (Everton)
Midfielders:
-Pedro Mendes (Portsmouth)
-Costinha (Dynamo)
-Tiago (Lyon)
-Deco (Barcelona)
-Petit (Benfica)
-Hugo Viana (Valencia)
Wingers:
-Boa Morte (Fulham)
-Quaresma (Porto)
-C.Ronaldo (Manchester United)
-Simão (Benfica)
Central Forwards:
-João Tomás (Braga)
-Pauleta (PSG)
-Nuno Gomes (Benfica)
I wouldn't choose Figo. Although he is having a good season, he should have quited the national team after Euro 2004 to give place to younger players, like Rui Costa did.
I'm disappointed not to see Quaresma in the squad, he is a player I love to watch. Anyway you still have quality in that area from the likes of Simao, Ronaldo and Figo.
pbchillin
15-05-2006, 22:14
Portugal are a good team, some very good players, however, looking at the squad, i don't see a lot of goals.
fattyronaldo
16-05-2006, 10:44
count on Figo's magic since it's his final world cup.
Quaresma should indeed be part of the squad. I'm surprised not to see Moutinho in the list either. He should take them because they are two of the best youngsters in Portugal at the moment and would benefit a lot from this experience.
No Boavista players? Pants :no:
i dont really see portugal being world cup contenders
Rangers_Fureva
16-05-2006, 15:53
I'm dissapointed that Quaresma and Moutinho arn't there. There great youngsters to watch and would gain alot of experience playing in the biggest tournament in the world. I honestly don't see Portugal doing that much this year.
vandermeyde
16-05-2006, 17:34
No Manuel Fernandes? He's impressed me this season thought he'd be goin. Quaresma a big loss, but Boa Morte still a fair player.
Gun_Runner
17-05-2006, 01:25
I thought Benficas Fernando would be there along with Joao Moutinho & Quaresma!! why the fuck is he left out of the squad...!
P.S Is that the final squad?
You said in another thread that Viana has been assigned number 10(!?). I'm surprised it wasn't given to Deco.
D'you know the other player's numbers?
Kakerlakk
24-05-2006, 10:30
Here's the complete Portugal squad, numbers and all. How is it possible that Manuel Fernandes, Quaresma and even Benfica's Ricardo Rocha, who played much better than Ricardo Costa (number 4), aren't in this team?...
1 - Ricardo
2 - Paulo Ferreira
3 - Marco Caneira
4 - Ricardo Costa
5 - Fernando Meira
6 - Costinha
7 - Luís Figo
8 - Petit
9 - Pauleta
10 - Hugo Viana
11 - Simão Sabrosa
12 - Quim
13 - Miguel
14 - Nuno Valente
15 - Luís Boa Morte
16 - Ricardo Carvalho
17 - Cristiano Ronaldo
18 - Maniche
19 - Tiago
20 - Deco
21 - Nuno Gomes
22 - Bruno Vale
23 - Hélder Postiga
Cheers, KkLkK.
You said in another thread that Viana has been assigned number 10(!?). I'm surprised it wasn't given to Deco.
D'you know the other player's numbers?
I was surprised too. How can a player that didn't play one match in the entire season be our number 10. He didn't even deserve to be called for the World Cup. It's ridiculous.
Can't believe Hugo's made the squad like, still think he was never given a fair chance up here like
Gun_Runner
24-05-2006, 13:00
I was surprised too. How can a player that didn't play one match in the entire season be our number 10. He didn't even deserve to be called for the World Cup. It's ridiculous.
I dont think hes a bad player, but considering theyve left Quaresma, Tomas & Moutinho out then questions have to be asked...
Moutinho played well yesterday, should have gotten a chance. Some odd choices by the man in charge. Suprised to see Helder Postiga.
I think Portugal have a good chance of getting to the semi-finals this time. Lots of skill in the squad, plus Portugal can play very well as a team these days. Shame about Quaresma not being on the team though.
I dont think hes a bad player, but considering theyve left Quaresma, Tomas & Moutinho out then questions have to be asked...
I am not saying that he is a bad player. The kid has some talent, but he didn't play one match in this season. The same goes with Maniche and Costinha, but Scolari insists in calling them.
Besides the players that you have already pointed out, taking Bruno Vale to the World Cup, who is already playing in the Under-21 Euro, instead of calling Paulo Santos (in my opinion, the best keeper in the Portuguese league for the past 2 seasons) is the most shocking one.
Sorry for the double post but Paulo Santos (Braga's keeper) was called by Scolari. He is going to replace Bruno Vale, who suffered an injury in the U-21 Euro match against Serbia & Montenegro. I feel sorry for Bruno Vale, but he is young and he will have the next World Cup to shine. Paulo Santos finally get what he deserves, a place in the national team (although he should be the first keeper and not the third).
Link (in Portuguese):
http://www.abola.pt/nnh/index.asp?op=ver¬icia=102839&d=1&tema=23
AgentZero
27-05-2006, 23:26
...here in australia portugal to win WC $67.00.......pretty handsome odds for a great team....really underrated
Did you know? The Portuguese squad were so unhappy with their training camp at Saltilho, Mexico in 1986 that they threatened to go on strike. One practice match saw them line up against staff from their hotel.
Eric Clyde
01-06-2006, 16:51
World Cup is the time to see the best players, but would be also great to see the best young and upcoming stars, and by that, I mean Quaresma. I have been impressed with Quaresma whenever I have seen him. He has both skill and ability. And the big advantage is that he can cross with the outside of his right foot. I was quite shocked to see him not make the World Cup, but hopefully we will see him at Euro 2008.
...here in australia portugal to win WC $67.00.......What the hell are you talking about, speak in plain English please aka decimal odds
Today is Portugal's first match in the tournament and there are a few surprises in the starting eleven. Tiago is going to play instead of Costinha and Deco is injured, so Figo is going to play in his place and Simão is going to play on the left. The team will be like this:
Ricardo
Miguel
Fernando Meira
Ricardo Carvalho
Nuno Valente
Petit
Tiago
C.Ronaldo
Figo
Simão
Pauleta
Looks a pretty solid line-up to me. Not expecting a shock in this game.
Pauleta top scorer of WC ;)
Closely follwed by Toni ;)
Closely follwed by Toni ;)
We're not staying in long enough for that to happen :tongue:
Expect a bit more from Italy this year. Same with Spain.
This is the best eleven. Finally Scolari took out both Costinha and Maniche who clearly are not in their best form.
GhOsT - what's Petit like? United have been linked with him lately.
He is kinda like Gattuso, running like a lunatic around the ball. He is a good player, although sometimes he is a bit rough. He knows how to shoot and he is a good free-kick taker. But you will see him better today.
He is kinda like Gattuso, running like a lunatic around the ball. He is a good player, although sometimes he is a bit rough. He knows how to shoot and he is a good free-kick taker. But you will see him better today.
He should've stayed with Boavista.
Highway Penguin
11-06-2006, 20:55
Expect a bit more from Italy this year. Same with Spain.
You expect too much. :tongue:
Jeremy_u2
11-06-2006, 20:57
Christiano Ronaldo is about to flip out. He should start playing less violent video games!
He should've stayed with Boavista.
But then he would never live an adventure in a bigger club.
Christiano Ronaldo is about to flip out. He should start playing less violent video games!
He has an anger management problem. He should have been sent off in the last two friendly matches . Scolari really needs to do something about it.
But then he would never live an adventure in a bigger club.
Boavista are the biggest club in Portugal :tongue::erm:
Boavista are the biggest club in Portugal :tongue::erm:
:mellow: What about Penafiel?
bagrunnell
11-06-2006, 22:44
Just wanted to make a point about the match today. I was a bit surprised about Scolari's chioce to play Miguel at right back today. He is a great player, but given the fact that Portugal hardly have the best starts in these competitions, I would have presumed Scolari would have aired on the side of caution and played the more defensively minded Ferreira. Also given that Ferriera and Miguel are in my opinion the two best full backs, why not play Ferreira at left back? Better than Nuno Valente, and has proven he can play the position at Porto and Chelsea, this would accomodate for both of them.
I think it payed to play Miguel though, as his forward runs are great, and at times he developed some fantastic link-up play with Christiano Ronaldo. Will be interesting to see Scolari's choice if Portugal come up against some bigger and more attacking teams.
Round-up of Portugal players performances against Angola:
Ricardo - Was surprisingly secure when he cathed the crosses and high balls. Did his job very well, didn't give unnecessary rebounds from long shots. Good short opening passes at times when there was space. Seems like he has developed and matured since the European Championships.
Fernando Meira - Looks like a solid and stylish center back. Did his job as well as he needed to, no big time rush in the Portugal back line really. No mistakes, and opening play was very calm. I think he is a good partner to Ricardo Carvalho.
Miguel - Miguel was maybe a surprise starter, but you have to remember he had a very good tournament two years ago. Was very confident in defensive play, didn't let anyone past him really. Offensive wise he made good runs, and showed some of his tempo with a few good dribbling runs. Connected well with Ronaldo, which might prove more vital in tougher games.
Nuno Valente - To me Valente has always been quite an average player who just does his job and hangs around for the rest of the game. It was a safe performance last night, but Miguel definitely overshadowed him when it comes to playing as a side back. Can be easily replaced by Paolo Ferreira, who is a much more consistent and overall skilled player. Ferreira also connects well with Carvalho. Took an stupid yellow when there was no real danger.
Ricardo Carvalho - Very good calm perfomance from the Chelsea defender, but then again he should play well against Angola. Organised the defence very well, safely cleared the ball when he had to and passed the ball confidently to the sides and midfield. Overall Portugal's defence looked very solid yesterday, which is good considering the tough games are still to come. Carvalho has developed into one of the most consistent center backs under Mourinho.
Petit - Did his job well enough at the bottom of Portugal's midfield, but didn't actually shine. His passing play was good, and he made the necessary fouls and tackles at times. I'd still prefer Costinha over him, as he knows very well when to play rough and when to calm down the tempo of the game.
Tiago - Had an average game, mainly passing the ball safely in the first half. His posession play was very nice though, he rarely lost the ball when he got it. Won a lot of the balls easily, but it won't be as easy as yesterday in the next games. In the second half he played more forward, but that didn't actually lead into anything. Some of his shots were non-threatening, and he will have to improve his connection with Simao and Ronaldo. Still, he has the potential and the skills to keep his place over Maniche who lacks club team games from this season.
Simao - Was quite invisible throughout the game. Needs to take more responsibility with the ball when near the opposition box. Now he was playing it safe too much. He will without a doubt lose his spot when Deco comes back.
Figo - Good set up for the winning goal from Figo. Showed some of his old flair in the first minutes and his passing play was well timed on many occasions. Towards the end he seemed to come un-usually deep when Tiago went forwards. Overall it was a nice performance by the Portugal veteran.
Cristiano Ronaldo - Didn't play badly, but could have used his pace to get past more opponents. Played a very organised game, not losing too many balls when attacking. Lacked his usual threat down the flank, but had a good header that could've gone in with some luck in the first half. Joao Ricardo did well to deny his shot later in the opening half, but Ronaldo could have done better with the shot. Seemed frustrated after he got substituted, but it seemed that Scolari wanted to save him for latter games.
Pauleta - Scored the goal when he got the chance. Otherwise he played his usual game, just looking for good opportunities, not participating a lot in the build up play.
I was surprised that Scolari subbed Ronaldo instead of the shite Simao. Fine, you want to add another controlling midfielder, but at least Ronaldo got past his opponents, with hits and misses. In the end, a winning coach is always right, as they say here.
Good work on the ratings again, was surprised with Miguel and Figo, they played well.
AgentZero
12-06-2006, 10:26
surprised at the Costinha change......Joao Ricardo not a bad keeper...wouldn't be surprised if one of the bigger clubs sign him...
Particularly as he doesn't have a club. Costinha and Maniche could end up costing Portugal big time as Scolari will always bring both on if they're not in the starting line-up.
With reference to the message seen in the crowd on the Portugal - Angola game "Where is Greece", i have only one answer...From what i recall it was Greece who f....d Portugal twice in the Euro 2004 and it's Greece which is the European Champion.
With reference to the message seen in the crowd on the Portugal - Angola game "Where is Greece", i have only one answer...From what i recall it was Greece who f....d Portugal twice in the Euro 2004 and it's Greece which is the European Champion.
Don't live in the past, save that for England fans.
Quite a good performance by Portugal yesterday against Iran. Deco really adds a lot of quality to the build-up play. Oh, I must say that the referee, Eric Poulat, had a dreadful performance. He hasn't got the quality to be on the World Cup. Figo got kicked in the face, for God's sake.
As far as I'm concerned Deco was the man of the match, not only for scoring the opening goal but also for adding quality to our game. Cristiano Ronaldo also played superbly. I guess he learned that he doesn't need to dribble when he can easily pass through the defenders using his speed. He deserved the goal! Figo, the "old guy", is being one of the best, if not the best portuguese player of the world cup so far. He's 33 and he's still playing at a very high level. He's in a superb form. Keep it up Luís! Ricardo didn't go to too much trouble so he's exhibition was ok, with a nice save. Miguel proved again that is better than Paulo Ferreira, giving excellent help to the portuguese attack. Meira, R. Carvalho and Nuno Valente were ok, since Iran rarely attacked. Costinha had a nice performance stealing lots of balls from the iranian players, but Maniche had a dreadful match with just one or two dangerous shots. What can we expect from a player that hardly played during the season? I really hate Pauleta and I think that Nuno Gomes should play instead of him, therefore it's very difficult for me to judge him fairly. Petit, Tiago and Simão added nothing to our game.
I couldn't really care less about our National Squad, since I don't like the fact that Deco plays for us and I don't like some of the choices that Mr. Scolari made for the World Cup.
First of all, how can Maniche and Costinha be called-up instead of João Moutinho and Manuel Fernandes? I honestly, honestly can't understand that. And Quaresma? How come he isn't in the team instead of Boa Morte? And Hélder Postiga? What the f*ck is he doing there? Holidays? Not to mention Ricardo Costa's call-up instead of Ricardo Rocha. And I agree with Ghost on the fact that João Tomás should be in the team instead of Hélder Postiga.
Secondly, Hugo Viana number 10? What is this? Some sort of joke? The mythical number of Mário Coluna and Rui Costa given to a shitty player who doesn't deserve to be on the team, not only because he hasn't played this season, but also due to his lack of talent to play football. Raúl Meireles, Manuel Fernandes and João Moutinho should've been called-up instead of Costinha, Maniche and Hugo Viana. At least they deserved it! And I must say that I'm really upset with the under-21's performance on the Euro Under-21's Championship. I was really hoping that they were going to at least make to the quarter-finals. We have an excellent team! But that stupid coach made them play direct football, which is, considering our team's quality, the dumbest thing you can tell your players to do. Just because we have Hugo Almeida as a striker it doesn't mean that we should play like kick and rush. I honestly feel that our poor performance was only the coach's fault. Players like Nani, Custódio, Manuel Fernandes, Varela, João Moutinho, Raúl Meireles, José Castro, Hugo Almeida, Nélson etc etc. I'm really pissed off with that.
Malagacf
19-06-2006, 08:35
I was all the match asking why Cristiano spent most of his powder in fire works instead of bombs. I think he did too many stupid things and looses too many balls. He can do that when they are wining 2-0, but not before.
So, here is our squad for Euro 2008:
Goalkeepers
Ricardo
Quim
Rui Patrício
Defenders
Paulo Ferreira
Miguel
Bosingwa
Jorge Ribeiro
Fernando Meira
Bruno Alves
Pepe
Ricardo Carvalho
Midfielders
Petit
Miguel Veloso
Raul Meireles
João Moutinho
Deco
Cristiano Ronaldo
Simão
Nani
Ricardo Quaresma
Forwards
Hélder Postiga
Nuno Gomes
Hugo Almeida
I can't believe that Ricardo and Petit were included in the final squad. I'd replace them with Vitória's Eduardo (who made a fantastic season) and Paulo Assunção (or even Maniche).
Also, it's quite worrying to think that Nuno Gomes and Helder Postiga are two of our best strikers :no:
I'm guessing Ronaldo will start on one of the wings, is it likely that Nani will start?
Dragonfly
13-05-2008, 12:15
I'd like to see Ronaldo and Quaresma start, but I assume Simao would be the other winger.
Quresma and Ronaldo must start so Simao could be accommodated in attacking midfield but Scolari isn't very adventurous, maybe Ronaldo will play as a striker.
And I thought England's lack of quality strikers was worrying. Luckily they have talented midfielders to compensate for their weakness upfront.
somegooner
13-05-2008, 15:47
Also, it's quite worrying to think that Nuno Gomes and Helder Postiga are two of our best strikers :no:
Who would you recommend to play there, GhOsT??
nath_scfc
13-05-2008, 15:52
Is it just me or does anybody else let out a childish giggle/smirk whenever they see or hear the name Quim?
somegooner
13-05-2008, 15:53
Is it just me or does anybody else let out a childish giggle/smirk whenever they see or hear the name Quim?
What is so funny about Quim??
I'm guessing Ronaldo will start on one of the wings, is it likely that Nani will start?
I think Scolari will play Simao on the left and Ronaldo on the right.
Quresma and Ronaldo must start so Simao could be accommodated in attacking midfield but Scolari isn't very adventurous, maybe Ronaldo will play as a striker.
I doubt he'll play Ronaldo as a striker. He already tried that in a few friendlies and it didn't go so well.
Who would you recommend to play there, GhOsT??
Hugo Almeida by far.
What is so funny about Quim??
I think it's slang for vagina in England. Don't quote me on that though.
Quim got injured, and Nuno is his replacement. I'm quite gutted about this, since I've no faith in Ricardo.
Anyway, our first game is tonight against Turkey, and this will probably be our starting eleven:
Ricardo
Pepe
Ricardo Carvalho
Bosingwa
Paulo Ferreira
Petit
Moutinho
Deco
Ronaldo
Simão
Nuno Gomes
somegooner
07-06-2008, 18:03
4-3-3 GhOsT??
Scolari will be the same as Grant and Mourinho if that's his preffered formation.
Why does Petit play over Veloso?
The Stig
07-06-2008, 19:24
Or Tiago.
Because he's that petite better.
Cannon ball
07-06-2008, 21:47
Why does Nani get ahead over Quaresma?
Why does Nani get ahead over Quaresma?
That annoyed me. Really wanted to see Ricardo.
The Messiah
07-06-2008, 21:52
Because he's that petite better.
Good lord. :laugh:
requiem7
07-06-2008, 22:08
Good performance by Portugal.
I thought Turkey played well in spells but not an indepth squad to compete. I still think they will make it through.
Why does Petit play over Veloso?
Why does Nani get ahead over Quaresma?
Because Scolari is a twat.
Or Tiago.
Tiago was not called up for Euro 2008.
Good performance today by the lads. Great exhibitions by Pepe, Bosingwa and Moutinho. Deco made some excellent passes in the first half (the one to Simão was just fantastic), but he kind of disappeared in the second half. Nuno Gomes also impressed me, he worked really hard tonight and he was unlucky not to get a goal.
Keyser Soze
08-06-2008, 00:51
Yeah, I thought Nuno Gomes deserved a goal - felt a bit sorry for him going off.
Original?
08-06-2008, 01:18
Because Scolari is a twat.
Tiago was not called up for Euro 2008.
Good performance today by the lads. Great exhibitions by Pepe, Bosingwa and Moutinho. Deco made some excellent passes in the first half (the one to Simão was just fantastic), but he kind of disappeared in the second half. Nuno Gomes also impressed me, he worked really hard tonight and he was unlucky not to get a goal.
Nigh on unbelievable that pass, had it been Gerrard, Lampard or Beckham... :rolleyes:
He did go quieter in the second half but his passing was still sublime, one curled off the outside of his boot around the edge of the area was particularly enjoyable. I would have him at either Juventus or Manchester City, his technique is excellent and he rarely gives away the ball.
Yeah, Deco's paasing is amazing.
Decent games to watch today. I thought that this one was more enjoyable.
Quite a cautious opener by Portugal in my opinion, similar to their first match against Angola at the World Cup, but a good one nonetheless. Simao should have been taken off much earlier. Ferreira might be a weak link against bigger nations in the latter stages.
Pepe looking a great new signing, named MOTM, hope he'll make the sort of impact Deco had at Euro 2004. Curiously his attacking headers are better than his defending ones.
Nice touchup by Raul 'Merciless' Mereiles :huh:
Why isn't Andrade in the squad?
Is Scolari always play Ferreira on the left?
No other left back to play there?
AgentZero
08-06-2008, 10:18
Moutinho was class.
Moutinho is class, Deco is not what he was but Portugal look like a very balanced team.
Mwoah, Moutinho lost the ball a couple of times in the first half (he did get it back two seconds later on one occasion) and wasn't too involved. A great player though. I thought Bosingwa was excellent.
Was it just me or did Ronaldo hang on to the ball a bit too long for that 2nd goal? He made it more difficult for Moutinho to do something with it. Had the Turks a good goalscorer then they might have gotten something here, but it was a decent performance by the Portuguese.
Colin Kazim Richards? :laugh: He was pretty decent still.
Mwoah, Moutinho lost the ball a couple of times in the first half (he did get it back two seconds later on one occasion) and wasn't too involved. A great player though. I thought Bosingwa was excellent.
Was it just me or did Ronaldo hang on to the ball a bit too long for that 2nd goal? He made it more difficult for Moutinho to do something with it. Had the Turks a good goalscorer then they might have gotten something here, but it was a decent performance by the Portuguese.
Colin Kazim Richards? :laugh: He was pretty decent still.
:smug: About £8m cheaper than Alves and has the same thing to offer in attack, but yet can defend pretty well too. I still can't have a definite opinion on him, but from the first game, I'm happy.
Agreed with the Cristiano comment. I was screaming for him to pass for a good 5 seconds. Luckily for him, it still resulted in a goal.
Nigh on unbelievable that pass, had it been Gerrard, Lampard or Beckham... :rolleyes:
He did go quieter in the second half but his passing was still sublime, one curled off the outside of his boot around the edge of the area was particularly enjoyable. I would have him at either Juventus or Manchester City, his technique is excellent and he rarely gives away the ball.
I really hope he gets out of Barcelona as soon as possible. He is one of my favourite players, and I would love to see him on top of his game again.
Why isn't Andrade in the squad?
He's injured. I feel sorry for the guy, it's the second big tournament he misses in a row :(
Is Scolari always play Ferreira on the left?
No other left back to play there?
We've Jorge Ribeiro, but expect Ferreira to be our left-back throughout the tournament.
Keyser Soze
08-06-2008, 18:58
Apparently we're now leading the race to get Deco. :/ A managerless Chelsea... I find it hard to believe. You never know, if we bring Scolari in though...
And yeah, Bosingwa looks fucking solid.
Apparently we're now leading the race to get Deco. :/ A managerless Chelsea... I find it hard to believe. You never know, if we bring Scolari in though...
And yeah, Bosingwa looks fucking solid.
I think Scolari would be a good appointment although I think he has a huge grudge against the English media so I can't see him coming.
Apparently we're now leading the race to get Deco. :/ A managerless Chelsea... I find it hard to believe. You never know, if we bring Scolari in though...
And yeah, Bosingwa looks fucking solid.
I really hope that isn't true. I am a big fan of Deco, however central midfield is the last position we need to strengthen.
Instead we should go for his team mate; Quaresma.
Keyser Soze
08-06-2008, 19:11
I really hope that isn't true. I am a big fan of Deco, however central midfield is the last position we need to strengthen.
Instead we should go for his team mate; Quaresma.
It would mean it's the end of the line for Frank unfortunately. Obviously I'd hate for Lampard to leave, and don't believe he will, but Deco would be the perfect replacement (albeit probably not as effective).
Yeah, I think we will y'know. Dissapointed Scolari doesn't seem to rate him that highly - I hope he gets to see some action during the tournament.
AgentZero
11-06-2008, 09:38
i hope Quaresma gets a start against the Czech.
So, today is our game against Germany. I'm worried as I don't trust Ricardo and ze Germans shoot pretty much from everywhere. Looking on the bright side, we've one of the best centre back partnerships in the competition and I'm expecting Deco to slice Germany's slow defence with some of his wonderful passes.
Sérgio Conceição, we need you :crymore:
Ricardo's pretty solid on his line it seems, and on the plus-side they have Gomez who can miss from 1 meter out and Ballack who can only hit it if the wall is lined up terribly and the keeper is standing 75856 feet out of his goal ;)
Ricardo's pretty solid on his line it seems, and on the plus-side they have Gomez who can miss from 1 meter out and Ballack who can only hit it if the wall is lined up terribly and the keeper is standing 75856 feet out of his goal ;)
This is lies!
Germany have doubts with Frings and Podolski, who have been two of their best performers. They need both to play.
If Podolski is fit enough, hopefully he'll be at the top partnering Klose and 'Bastian can start on the left in front of Lahm.
Really looking forward to this game, should be a cracker.
Vitumbiko
08-02-2009, 01:47
Found an interesting story...
http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12027_4780765,00.html
what do you think of it?
Guarda-Redes:
Daniel Fernandes (VFL Bochum 1848)
Eduardo (SC Braga)
Defesas:
Bruno Alves (FC Porto)
Gonçalo Brandão (AC Siena)
Pepe (Real Madrid)
Miguel (Valência CF)
Paulo Ferreira (Chelsea FC)
Rolando (FC Porto)
Médios:
Deco (Chelsea FC)
João Moutinho (Sporting CP)
Maniche (Atletico Madrid)
Raúl Meireles (FC Porto)
Duda (Málaga CF)
Tiago (Juventus FC)
Eliseu (Málaga CF)
Avançados:
Danny (FC Zenit)
Hugo Almeida (Werder Bremen)
Nani (Manchester Utd)
Orlando Sá (SC Braga)
Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester Utd)
Squad for the friendly against Finland. Glad to see we two of our players in there. Orlando Sá only played 40 minutes (:mellow:!) this season but he's a very talented youngster and we can't do any worse than Nuno Gomes (sorry Benfica fans). Hopefully with Quim absent Eduardo will be given the chance to start the match, he's been awesome for the past two seasons.
AgentZero
09-10-2009, 22:11
well its make or break against hungary
I'm probably alone in this, but I really hope Portugal can make it to the finals. My fingers are also crossed for France, Argentina and Germany/Russia.
nath_scfc
10-10-2009, 14:41
I'm probably alone in this, but I really hope Portugal can make it to the finals. My fingers are also crossed for France, Argentina and Germany/Russia.
I agree with you. Although I want England to win it, I'd rather they won the Cup with the most competitive sides involved rather than a somewhat diluted one.
Also, the chance to hate on Cristiano Ronaldo again is too good to turn down. :erm:
I agree with you. Although I want England to win it, I'd rather they won the Cup with the most competitive sides involved rather than a somewhat diluted one.
Also, the chance to hate on Cristiano Ronaldo again is too good to turn down. :erm:
Exactly. I'm not going to shed any tears if those teams don't make it and I'm not hating on the smaller nations, but personally, I missed Holland in World Cup 2002 and I missed England in EURO 2008.
Even though I'm not a Ronaldo hater anymore, I'd still love to see him cry. Also, Cole's pocket will be empty without Portugal there.
I couldn't care who we beat to win it - nobody will play down a World Cup win based on the teams you beat.
Argentina, France, Portugal; if you can't qualify I'm not going to miss you.
Mjällharth
10-10-2009, 15:04
I hope the Nordic glory evaporates this blemish from the running.
requiem7
10-10-2009, 15:22
Got Portugal down for a win on my coupon. Ronaldo still injured?
Just a coincidence that Ronaldo got injured after somebody was going to put a spell on him to get injured?
Cannon ball
10-10-2009, 21:33
I'm probably alone in this, but I really hope Portugal can make it to the finals. My fingers are also crossed for France, Argentina and Germany/Russia.
I hope they get knocked out by "small" teams in the playoffs. It would really piss FIFA off.
http://nonstriker.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/ronaldo_wink.jpg
One reason why I wouldn't be losing any sleep over them not qualifying.
I've been watching the game against Hungary. After Ronaldo limped off, Portugal didn't look as threatening and Hungary had 2 great chances to equalise (1 hit the crossbar).
They may get a favourable draw against a Republic of Ireland, Bosnia, Slovenia etc but they've still got work to do.
requiem7
11-10-2009, 10:13
I think a Portugal V Republic of Ireland would be cracking.
AgentZero
11-10-2009, 12:39
well theyve pretty much secured playoff with only malta left. I think they will go through...even though team is lacking in a quality striker.
Dragonfly
11-10-2009, 21:05
well theyve pretty much secured playoff with only malta left. I think they will go through...even though team is lacking in a quality striker.
That's been the case for a while, but that void may be filled by Liedson. He's started off decently.
No doubt they will qualify after the good game last night. Good goal by Simao (3-0)
Queiroz will now announce the 23 men squad for the World Cup, after a small intro with the music "Final Countdown" by Europe. Yes, it was as cheesy as it sounds :lol:
SCBender
16-05-2010, 22:05
GK:
Eduardo (Braga)
Beto (FC Porto)
Daniel Fernandes (Iraklis FC)
Defenders:
Ricardo Carvalho (Chelsea)
Bruno Alves (FC Porto)
Fábio Coentrão (S. L. Benfica)
Paulo Ferreira (Chelsea)
Miguel (Valência)
Rolando (FC Porto)
Pepe (Real Madrid)
Duda (Málaga)
Zé Castro (Deportivo)
Ricardo Costa (Lille SC)
Midfielders:
Deco (Chelsea)
Raúl Meireles (FC Porto)
Pedro Mendes (Sporting)
Miguel Veloso (Sporting)
Danny (Zenit)
Tiago (Atlético de Madrid)
Forward:
Hugo Almeida (Werden Bremen)
Liedson (Sporting)
Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)
Nani (Man Utd)
Simão (Atlético de Madrid)
There are 24 players because Pepe may or may not be able to recover from his injury.
I think Moutinho should have been called.
I know it's only a friendly but a strong Portugal side drew 0-0 with Cape Verde.
It's all good. Cristiano is saving it all for the World Cup.
http://theleagues.files.wordpress.com/2008/12/cristianoronaldo1.jpg
Cannon ball
24-05-2010, 23:45
Haha, get in Cape Verde.
AgentZero
08-06-2010, 13:51
Nani broke a collarbone? Hes out poor lad.
Acquiesce
08-06-2010, 13:56
What was Portugal's forward line during qualification?
Nani-Simao-Ronaldo
?
http://theleagues.files.wordpress.com/2008/12/cristianoronaldo1.jpg
Oh, and anyone know who the chick on the right is? :wub:
Our 23-man squad for anyone interested:
Goalkeepers: Rui Patrício (Sporting), Eduardo (Benfica) e Beto (Cluj);
Defenders: João Pereira (Sporting), Miguel Lopes (SC Braga), Pepe (Real Madrid), Bruno Alves (Zenit), Rolando (FC Porto), Ricardo Costa (Valência) e Fábio Coentrão (Real Madrid);
Midfielders: João Moutinho (FC Porto), Raúl Meireles (Chelsea), Hugo Viana (SC Braga), Miguel Veloso (Génova), Rúben Micael (Saragoça) e Custódio (SC Braga);
Forwards: Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid), Nani (Manchester United), Ricardo Quaresma (Besiktas), Silvestre Varela (FC Porto), Hugo Almeida (Besiktas), Hélder Postiga (Saragoça) e Nélson Oliveira (Benfica).
Hugo Viana made the final squad after replacing the injured Carlos Martins. More than deserved imo.
Eduardo hasn't even played 10 games, but he's the 2nd choice goalkeeper so I can live with that. Quim had one hell of a season though.
Never liked Rolando and I can think of at least 3 centre-backs better than him, but oh well. Vaz Tê apparently had a brilliant season, so maybe I'd give him an opportunity instead of taking Varela, who was injured for most of the year. I'd also have picked Manuel Fernandes over Ruben Micael.
Nuno Gomes and João Tomás scored plenty of goals in the league and Nelson Oliveira didn't score at all, but I actually don't mind his inclusion as he's a very talented youngster. I really hope Paulo Bento gives him a chance to play.
None of this matters though as we won't get past the group stages :facepalm:
I'm going to pick Portugal as my favorites to win it all now!
I highly doubt we'll win against Spain Nikos, but then again I never expected us to get past the group stages. Come on guys, we can do it!
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