Portugal will be beginning their World Cup campaign with their match against Ghana at the 974 stadium. The Cristiano Ronaldo lead side has been delivering fairly consistent performances over the last few months. The team found its place in the World Cup finals after beating Turkey and North Macedonia in the WorldCup playoffs. Ghana on the other hand shall be playing their first World Cup match since 2014 after having missed a chance to feature in the 2018 edition of the tournament.

Portugal vs Ghana - Player Battles:-

1) Cristiano Ronaldo vs Ati Zigi

The first possible player battle which the fans might get to see during the Portugal vs Ghana natch shall be between Cristiano Ronaldo and Ghanaian shotstopper, Ati Zigi. Portugal's captain, Ronaldo will be starting up front for his side in the upcoming game in all probabilities. His goal scoring rhythm can't be questioned on a stage as big as the world cup. Ati Zigi's responsibility will be to eliminate any sort of threat posed by Cristiano Ronaldo and his shots on goal throughout the match.

2) Diego Costa vs Inaki Williams

Another pretty interesting player battle that might take place during Portugal's match against Ghana shall be between their shot stopper, Diogo Costa and opposition forward Inaki Williams. The 28 year old, Ghanaian forward has been in fine form with his fine moves and passes in and around the box. Portugal's Costa's task will be to keep any of Inaki's shots out and thereby deny him and his side a single goal.

3) Joao Felix vs Daniel Amartey

Another significant player battle that might arise during the Portugal vs Ghana match shall be between Joao Felix and Daniel Amartey. Portugal's young forward who might feature as a second striker has been in great form for his club till now this season. He will possibly be of some danger to Ghana with his services via crosses or through balls or even shots at goal. Daniel Amartey will be required to stop the 23 year old from making any threatening moves in Ghana's half of play or execute any passes to find his teammates at dangerous positions.