Unlike theItaly which was missed against North Macedonia, Portugal and Wales won their semi-finals counting for the qualifying play-offs for the next World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale are closing in on Qatar…
Gareth Bale carries the Welsh
Author of a double with the Dragons, Gareth Bale demonstrated that he was still capable of spitting fire. Thanks to his two goals, the Welsh defeated David Alaba’s Austria and qualified for their play-off final. Winners 2-1, they will face Ukraine or Scotland in June 2022, their semi-final having been postponed due to the war which is currently shaking the Ukrainians.
Ronaldo continues to make the Portuguese dream
Although he was not decisive during this meeting, Cristiano Ronaldo fulfilled the promise he made to his young compatriots before this match against Turkey:
“It’s no secret that representing my country is always a very special moment for me. To carry the name of Portugal very high, to bring joy and pride to all Portuguese people, to show our young people that nothing is impossible! Believe in us, believe in our national team. We will do everything to live up to your support… Go Portugal! “, wrote the 38-year-old striker on his Instagram account. A unifying speech that was heard, the Portuguese victorious over the Turks 3-1.
Close to their goal, the Quinas will face North Macedonia next Tuesday to qualify. Warned, they should not be surprised by this surprising team which will have the possibility of bringing down another European champion. Kings of Euro 2016 who will give everything to end their campaign well, after the many problems they have experienced…
The other finalists
During these European play-off finals, Portugal, North Macedonia and Wales will be accompanied by Poland and Sweden. The Poles beat the Russians on the green carpet (3-0) to challenge the Swedes who beat the Czech Republic 1-0. A goal scored by Quaison in the 110th minute of extra time.
Finals of the qualifying play-offs for the 2022 World Cup, European zone
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
• Portugal – North Macedonia
• Sweden – Poland
June 2022
• Wales – Ukraine or Scotland
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