Portugal trains in Malmö: Bruno Fernandes fit, Conceição under exam
Portugal held a preparation training in Malmö, Sweden, after the 2‑1 win in Oslo, with Bruno Fernandes training without restrictions, while Francisco Conceição was sent to the National Team’s medical department. Jorge Jesus is monitoring both players’ situation, and the next clash against Denmark is scheduled for 19:45 on 1 October at the Parken in Copenhagen.
Training in Malmö and preparation
In Malmö, Sweden, the National Team held the first preparation training for the clash with Denmark, scheduled for the third matchday of the Nations League. The session was the team’s first before the match in Copenhagen.
Bruno Fernandes, midfielder of Manchester United, trained without restrictions, showing full availability. The player had missed last Sunday’s game due to physical issues. Now, Jorge Jesus has him back among the options.
Francisco Conceição, winger of Juventus, was handed over to the National Team’s medical department. The athlete will undergo daily assessments, which puts his participation in doubt for the next clash. The medical situation was confirmed by the newspaper A Bola.
Portugal sets up base in Malmö ahead of the match with Denmark
Portugal beat Norway in Oslo 2‑1, a win that preceded the training in Malmö. The triumph boosted the team’s confidence ahead of the next fixture.
Jorge Jesus closely monitors the progress of both players, balancing the need for reinforcements with medical caution. The call‑up decisions will depend on the assessment results.
The kickoff of the Denmark × Portugal clash is set for 19:45 this Thursday, 1 October, at the Parken stadium in Copenhagen. The match will be decisive on the third matchday of the Nations League.
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The information was released by the Portuguese Football Federation and confirmed by the newspaper A Bola. The content originally appeared in the Bola na Rede column.