Key facts
- Portugal defeated Nigeria 2-1 in a World Cup warmup match.
- Cristiano Ronaldo missed two significant scoring opportunities.
- Pedro Neto scored the opening goal for Portugal.
- Akor Adams equalized for Nigeria before halftime.
- Francisco Conceição scored the decisive goal in the 75th minute.
Portugal concluded its World Cup preparations with a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in a friendly match. Despite the win, veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo failed to convert two clear scoring opportunities, leaving his international goal tally at 143. Ronaldo played until the 65th minute before being substituted as part of squad rotation.
Pedro Neto put Portugal ahead midway through the first half. Nigeria, which did not qualify for the upcoming World Cup, equalized through Akor Adams before halftime. Francisco Conceição secured the win for Portugal in the 75th minute with a precise shot into the far corner.
Ronaldo is set to participate in his sixth FIFA World Cup, equaling an all-time record. Portugal is scheduled to begin its Group K campaign on June 17.