In tonight’s clash, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal FC enter as clear favourites against Ireland, boasting superior depth, experience, and attacking power.

With Ronaldo leading a side stacked with world-class talent like Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, and João Félix, Portugal’s creativity and finishing ability should test Ireland’s defence from the outset.

While Ireland will rely on discipline, physicality, and counterattacks to stay competitive, the Portuguese side’s form and technical quality make them the strong favourites to take all three points under the lights tonight.