Bruno Fernandes absent as Portugal faces Norway in UEFA Nations League

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Bruno Fernandes absent as Portugal faces Norway in UEFA Nations League
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Bruno Fernandes will not participate in Portugal's UEFA Nations League match against Norway. Despite featuring in Portugal's recent 1-0 victory over Wales, he has been dealing with an ongoing injury sustained while with Manchester United. Portugal manager Jorge Jesus stated that the decision to rest Fernandes is to ensure his full recovery ahead of the upcoming match against Denmark on October 1. Norway leads Group 4 and aims to continue its strong home form, having won against Denmark in its last outing.

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  • •Bruno Fernandes misses match due to injury concerns.
  • •Portugal defeated Wales 1-0 in its last match.
  • •Norway recently won 3-2 against Denmark.
  • •Portugal faces Denmark on October 1 after Norway match.
  • •Norway has not lost at home since March 2024.
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As Portugal prepares for its massive UEFA Nations League A matchup against Norway, the squad will be without star midfielder Bruno Fernandes.

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