The Lusos welcome the Vikings to Lisbon for a decisive Euro 2024 qualifier clash at the Jose Alvalade Stadium. Portugal is preparing to finish their campaign in style on home soil as they host Iceland on matchday 10, a fixture that could seal a strong group campaign while Iceland faces a tough path to reach the continental finals.
Portugal heads into this game after a 2-0 victory over Liechtenstein on matchday nine, a result powered by goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Cancelo. With Roberto Martinez guiding the team, Portugal sits atop Group J with 27 points, presenting a confident snapshot as qualification nears its end. The squad has shown breadth in attacking options and a disciplined defensive structure that has kept them ahead of the pack in the final stretch of qualifying play.
Meanwhile, Iceland arrives in Lisbon looking to rebound from a 4-2 defeat to Slovakia in their most recent outing. Goals from Orri Oskarsson and Andri Gudjohnsen offered a spark, but the result left the Vikings in fourth place in the group with 10 points. Under the leadership of Åge Hareide, Iceland knows the challenge of navigating a demanding section and the need for every available point as the climb toward a potential playoff or European berth continues.