Bruno Fernandes brace secures Portugal World Cup spot

Portugal’s Bruno Fernandes scored a brace as they beat North Macedonia 2-0 to fit the bill for the World Cup finals in Qatar after a strained European season finisher tie.

Thundered on by 50,000 fans at a sold-out Dragao Stadium in Porto, Portugal ruled the game from the beginning however battled to separate the solid North Macedonian guard, overseeing just three shots on track in spite of having practically 70% belonging.

Fernandes opened the scoring 30 minutes into the first half subsequent to blocking a pass by his closest companion, North Macedonia Stefan Ristovski, working an extraordinary one-two with Cristiano Ronaldo prior to whipping his shot past the goalkeeper.

The 27-year-old going after midfielder fixed Portugal’s success in the 65th moment, striking home a volley from a Diogo Jota cross.

“I don’t care about individual accomplishments but this display will be one to remember because it helped my country to reach a World Cup,” Fernandes told reporters.

“I have already won two competitions and I hope I can win the third one in Qatar. There was a spirit of mutual help and great support from the public.,” coach Santos said.

It was an apprehensive event in Porto on Tuesday yet Portugal ruled and kept away from any amazements from the dark horses, who didn’t have a shot on track.