Confederations Cup: Portugal give the All Whites their greatest test yet.

Confederations Cup: Portugal give the All Whites their greatest test yet. 

Confederations Cup: Portugal give the All Whites their greatest test yet

The All Whites' last diversion at the Confederations Cup pits them against Portugal, the European champions. 

Subsequent to handing over a poor execution in their 2-0 loss to Russia, the All Whites were tremendously enhanced against Mexico, driving 1-0 at halftime before going down 2-1, yet Portugal forecasts to be their toughest test yet. 

In front of the match, which commences at 3am Sunday morning (NZ time), this is what we think about the restriction. 

RONALDO COULD REST 

Consider Portugal and you consider Cristiano Ronaldo -  the best or second best player on the planet, depending who you ask, and a man whose star obscures those of his partners. Mentor Fernando Santos has suggested he may give his leading man a rest, be that as it may, which would be sweet alleviation to any semblance of Andrew Durante and Michael Boxall who are set to stamp him. "Everyone needs to watch Cristiano Ronaldo, even I need to watch Cristiano Ronaldo," said Santos through an interpreter in front of the match. "I don't know in case will play with Cristiano or without Cristiano. Clearly, pivot will happen, that I can let you know.