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Portugal U21

W
W
D
W
W
W

03 Jun 2026

18:30 (UTC+0)

(2
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0)

4

-

0

FT

Northern Ireland U21

W
L
L
W
L
W

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An unstoppable Portugal U21 defensive machine looks to maintain its elite form against a Northern Ireland U21 side struggling for consistency on their travels. With the hosts conceding just once in their last ten matches, the visitors face a daunting task in this Estoril exhibition.

Home Motivation

Low

As this is a friendly match, Portugal U21's motivation level is considered low, with no competitive stakes at play.

Away Motivation

Low

As this is a friendly match, Northern Ireland U21's motivation level is considered low, with no competitive stakes at play.

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Metric

Away

3.50

Goals scored per game

All comps (EWMA)

1.17

Portugal is scoring nearly three times as many goals as Northern Ireland on a recent-form basis, well above the league average of 2.73.

0.07

Goals conceded per game

All comps (EWMA)

1.67

Portugal's defense is almost impenetrable in recent matches, conceding roughly 23 times fewer goals than Northern Ireland.

90%

Clean sheet %

Last 10 matches

40%

Portugal has kept a clean sheet in 9 out of their last 10 matches, compared to just 4 for the visitors.

80%

Win rate %

Last 10 matches

40%

The hosts have won twice as many of their recent matches compared to Northern Ireland.

2.5

Points Per Game (PPG)

Last 10 matches

1.4

Portugal's 2.5 PPG in their last 10 matches demonstrates elite consistency compared to Northern Ireland's 1.4.

Form & Streaks

Portugal U21 has won 8 of their last 10 matches across all competitions (8W, 1D, 1L).

Portugal U21 has kept 9 clean sheets in their last 10 matches, including their last 3 qualification games.

Northern Ireland U21 has lost 5 of their last 10 away matches across all competitions.

Tactical Overview

Portugal U21 enters this fixture with a frightening level of momentum, having secured 8 wins in their last 10 matches across all competitions. Their defensive record is historically significant, trending at just 0.07 goals conceded per game in recent form, which is almost nonexistent compared to the league average of 2.73 total goals. Recent home results, such as the 3-0 win over Scotland U21 and the 5-0 dismantling of Azerbaijan U21, showcase a side that suffocates opponents through possession. Northern Ireland U21 has found life difficult away from home, evidenced by a 3-0 loss to Germany U21 and a 4-0 defeat against Greece U21. While they managed a 3-1 victory against Latvia U21 in March, they lack the defensive depth to withstand the constant pressure expected from Geovany Quenda and the Portuguese front line.

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Key Players

Portugal U21 will look to their strong attacking lineup to dominate this match. Players like Geovany Quenda are expected to be influential in creating scoring opportunities and maintaining pressure on the opposition. Their strong recent form suggests a cohesive unit in attack and defense.

Absences

João Simões

injury

OUT

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Key Players

Portugal U21 will look to their strong attacking lineup to dominate this match. Players like Geovany Quenda are expected to be influential in creating scoring opportunities and maintaining pressure on the opposition. Their strong recent form suggests a cohesive unit in attack and defense.

Absences

João Simões

injury

OUT

Away

Key Players

Northern Ireland U21 will rely on a compact defensive shape to try and stifle the Portuguese attack. Their physical central midfielders will be key in disrupting Portugal's build-up play.

Absences

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Lineup info is never 100% confirmed until matchday. Additional players may be unavailable.

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