LIVE BLOG: Portugal vs Norway | UEFA Nations League
Portugal look to extend their perfect record in Group D, but all eyes are on the controversy surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo's departure from camp. Norway, meanwhile, need a response after their surprising defeat to Wales.
The second half has kicked off in Portugal.
The Portuguese are drawing 1-1 with Norway in the Nations League.
Portugal has already equalized
Two minutes later, Cancelo responds with another picture-perfect goal
A stunning goal from Norway
36' Kristoffer Ajer opened the scoring with a brilliant strike
Fans haven't forgotten Cristiano Ronaldo
The match in Portugal has kicked off.
The Portuguese and the Norwegians started at a good pace.
Portugal's starting XI without Cristiano Ronaldo
Norway's lineup
Portugal look to keep their perfect record intact
Portugal host Norway at the Estádio do Dragão in another UEFA Nations League Group D clash, with the two teams entering the match in very different situations.
Portugal have won all three of their matches and will look to extend their perfect start and remain in control of the group.
However, much of the attention surrounding the Portuguese side is focused on events away from the pitch.
Cristiano Ronaldo controversy hangs over Portugal
Portugal enter the match following the controversial departure of Cristiano Ronaldo from the national team camp.
The forward had previously started against Wales before beginning the Norway match on the bench. Despite warming up for around 30 minutes, Cristiano was ultimately not brought on.
After Jorge Jesus denied there was a conflict and also rejected suggestions that Ronaldo had refused to train, the forward left the Portugal camp in Copenhagen ahead of the match against Denmark.
Cristiano later said his decision came after the coach's press conference and a conversation with Portuguese Football Federation president Pedro Proença. He also said he would tell the truth in due course while wishing his teammates good luck.
The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed his departure, with no announcement of an international retirement.
Norway look to bounce back after Wales setback
Norway, meanwhile, need a response after suffering a surprising defeat against Wales.
The Norwegians had opened their campaign with a 3-2 victory over Denmark before losing 2-1 to Portugal.
They now get another opportunity against the Portuguese side, this time at the Estádio do Dragão, in an important Group D encounter.
What to know before Portugal vs Norway
- Portugal have a perfect record after winning their first three UEFA Nations League matches.
- Portugal enter the match amid the controversy surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo's departure from the national team camp.
- Norway need a response after suffering a surprising defeat against Wales.
