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Uzbekistan suffered a 5-0 defeat to Portugal in their second Group K match, leaving them on the brink of elimination at their debut World Cup. Source: CNA
Portugal dominated early, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice (6' and 39') and Nuno Mendes adding a free kick. An own goal and a late strike by Rafael Leão completed the rout. Source: Infobae Uzbekistan had a goal disallowed for a foul in the build-up, which coach Fabio Cannavaro said "really had an impact on our confidence." Source: CNA
Cannavaro took full responsibility: "If we lost 5-0, it is because today I made mistakes, and not them (the players)." Source: CNA He insisted the team is growing and must keep believing. Comparing Portugal to Colombia, Cannavaro noted, "Portugal has something more." Source: Infobae
Uzbekistan must beat the Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday to keep hopes of advancing alive. Source: CNA Portugal, meanwhile, face Colombia in a key group decider. Source: Infobae