Mateus Fernandes Portugal Selection
Mateus Fernandes Portugal Selection
TL:DR
Mateus Fernandes has made his Portugal debut, but his place in the wider World Cup picture is still unsettled.
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Fernandes still faces Portugal battle
Mateus Fernandes made his Portugal debut, but Hammers News says the limited minutes show he still faces a difficult fight to reach the World Cup squad.
Fernandes is in line for Portugal debut
West Ham Zone says Roberto Martinez's comments point to Mateus Fernandes getting minutes against the USA, though the article is still inferring a debut rather than reporting confirmation.
Mateus Fernandes may make Portugal debut
A Bola is cited as saying Mateus Fernandes is expected to debut against the USA, but the selection remains unconfirmed until Portugal name or use him.
Fernandes rest is framed as a West Ham boost
This opinion piece argues West Ham benefit from Mateus Fernandes staying unused for Portugal because it reduces fatigue before the domestic run-in.
Martinez praises Fernandes progress
Roberto Martinez told O Jogo that Fernandes is an example of Portugal's player development system and left the door open for further progress.
Martinez leaves Fernandes on the bench
Mateus Fernandes stayed on the bench for Portugal's draw with Mexico despite Roberto Martinez using nine substitutes.