Vitinha praises Portugal coach Jorge Jesus after first win post-Ronaldo
Portugal secured a 4-2 victory over Denmark in their first match under Jorge Jesus following Cristiano Ronaldo's departure.
The Portugal national team has kicked off a new era with a commanding 4-2 away victory against Denmark in Copenhagen. This match marked the side's first appearance following the unexpected and controversial departure of Cristiano Ronaldo from the squad.
PSG midfielder Vitinha praised the impact of new head coach Jorge Jesus, noting that the team is already seeing the results of his work and that the players have a clearer understanding of their roles.
The coach's work is starting to bear fruit, you can already tell. I think I was very clear, and luckily, everything is going well. That is how we want to continue. Vitinha
Gonçalo Ramos, currently with AC Milan, spearheaded the attack with a goal and an assist, supported by strikes from João Cancelo and João Félix. Ramos expressed his full backing for the new tactical setup, highlighting the improved clarity on the pitch which contributed to a well-rounded performance despite goals from Mikkel Damsgaard and Rasmus Højlund.
The Portuguese media reacted positively to the performance in Denmark, framing the win as evidence that the team can thrive despite the media storm surrounding their former star. The squad is now shifting its focus to the upcoming UEFA Nations League Group A2 clash against Norway at the Estádio do Dragão.