Manchester United winger Luis Nani got his side off to a fine start scoring in their 2-2 draw with USA.
Beto 6 – Did make some good saves but looked a bit suspect when committing himself.
João Pereira 5 – Really didn’t do anything to prevent Clint Dempsey and co getting forward and enjoying space down the left wing.
Bruno Alves 5 – Had a poor game, looked all over the place and reckless in the air. Not solid at all.
Ricardo Costa 7 – A better game than his partner and came up trumps with an incredible block to deny Michael Bradley.
Hugo Almeida 5 – Brought nothing to the game and as a result was substituted at half-time.
João Moutinho 6 – Wasn’t strong enough in midfield, showed class and skill at times but it was too far and in-between.
Miguel Veloso 5 – Didn’t add much in midfield, couldn’t get through any key passes to set up chances.
Raul Meireles 4 – Gave the ball away a lot, was more of a hindrance than a positive.
Luis Nani 6 – Did well to get his goal, but soon faded and went missing for most of the game.
Hélder Postiga N/A – Injured after only 16 minutes, very unlucky, Portugal missed him.
Cristiano Ronaldo 6 – Does nothing all game and looks poor, then produces the cross of the World Cup. Entirely typical. So far it hasn’t been his World Cup.
SUBS
Eder 6 – Failed to help up front and as much as Tim Howard’s save was very special, if Eder had put the ball anywhere else, it surely would have been a goal.
William Carvalho 7 – Looked like a real player when he came on, added strength and tackling to the midfield. Brought the only piece of consistency to the team.
Silvestre Varela 7 – Super sub. Smashing header on the run, had lots to do and took it expertly, great goal.
Receive exclusive football transfer news and updates twice a week to your mailbox
