Nunes, Fernandes scores as Portugal beat Sweden in friendly

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Matheus Nunes and Bruno Fernandes found the net as Portugal secured a victory over Sweden in a friendly match held in Guimaraes.

Rafael Leao opened the scoring for the hosts following a shot from Bernardo Silva that struck the post. Manchester City midfielder Nunes then dribbled past multiple defenders before slotting the ball into the net.

Manchester United captain Fernandes added a goal from close range, and Bruma contributed a fourth goal. Sporting Lisbon’s top scorer, Viktor Gyokeres, pulled one back for the opposing team.

Goncalo Ramos extended Portugal’s lead to 5-1, with Gustaf Nilsson scoring a consolation goal for Sweden.

Portugal opted to rest top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo and several other key players for this match.