Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa has called on teammates Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes to prepare for upcoming matches, stressing the team’s reliance on their star power to reach the World Cup final. This follows a scoreless stalemate with Colombia, which secured Portugal a spot in the Round of 32 as runners-up in Group K.
Costa earned Man of the Match honors after an exceptional display, stopping six shots to keep his team in the tournament. Despite the individual praise, he emphasized that collective success remains the primary goal. Speaking to Ojogo, the FC Porto standout noted that he would gladly swap his award for a win, highlighting that he stepped up during this specific match but expects others like Ronaldo or Fernandes to impact future rounds.
Highlighting the depth of Roberto Martinez’s squad, Costa pointed to the veteran experience of players who have tasted success in top-tier competitions like the Champions League. With 46 caps to his name and a recent UEFA Nations League title, the goalkeeper remains a pivotal figure for Portugal as they transition into the knockout stages.
