Gonçalo Ramos leads Portugal to Nations League quarterfinals without CR7

Portugal secured qualification for the Nations League quarter‑finals well in advance, thanks to a 2‑1 comeback win over Norway. The Seleçao sealed the pass to the knockout stage two matchdays early.

Ramos starring at the Dragão

Once again the protagonist was Gonçalo Ramos, who scored the decisive goal in the 79' minute against Norway. The Milan striker, deployed in the centre of the attack alongside Joao Felix, confirmed his outstanding performance in the national team shirt.

For Ramos this is the third consecutive match with a goal for the national side; his 14 goals for Portugal include 13 scored in games where Cristiano Ronaldo, CR7, was not on the pitch. Every time the Milan striker found the net, the Seleçao always secured the win.

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This consistency strengthens his role as a possible heir to Ronaldo in the Portuguese attack. After years dominated by the legend, Portugal seems to have found a new focal point up front: Ramos answers with goals and performances to the responsibilities given to him by Jorge Jesus.

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