Portugal received bad news before the match against Turkey

According to the calendar on March 25, Portugal will compete with Turkey in the play-off match for tickets to the 2022 World Cup finals in Europe. Before this match, coach Santos received bad news about the force.

Accordingly, midfielder Pepe has Covid-19 so he must undergo medical isolation according to regulations. Previously, midfielder Ruben Dias was also injured and could not compete with teammates in the play-off series.

Pepe contracted Covid-19 before the match against Turkey (Image: Getty).

The absence of two pillars Pepe and Ruben Dias will more or less weaken the Portuguese defense. Coach Santos had to add young midfielder Tiago Djalo to the team to fill the above gap.

In addition to the absence of Pepe and Ruben Dias, coach Santos also does not have the service of Renato Sanches because the midfielder is injured. Renato Sanches is also an important link and plays the most mutant in the midfield of Portugal.

According to the schedule, Portugal will host Turkey at Dragao’s home ground at 02:45 on March 25 (Vietnam time). If they overcome Turkey, Portugal will continue to play at Dragao’s home ground in the final and compete for tickets to the 2022 World Cup finals with the winner of the Italy – North Macedonia match, taking place at 01:45 on 30/30/. 3./.