Is Cristiano Ronaldo still a Threat to Ireland at 40 years old? That’s the question Ireland must answer as they prepare to face Portugal in a crucial UEFA qualifier.
At the Aviva Stadium, Ireland’s manager Heimir Hallgrímsson
and Dara O’Shea discussed their game plan, confidence, and the mindset going into a very important match that could decide their World Cup fate.
Despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s age, the Irish team knows Portugal remains a unique striking threat, especially with CR7’s relentless hunger for goals.
Ireland emphasized the need to stay defensively compact and avoid giving space in transition. While the team respects Portugal’s firepower, they believe their strong performance in Lisbon where they nearly held their own provides a clear blueprint for success.
Dara O’Shea and Heimir Hallgrímsson spoke about using home support and stepping up in big games, drawing inspiration from previous results against Germany and Italy.
Can Ireland hold off Cristiano Ronaldo and create a historic moment against Portugal?
