Jorge Jesus says he fears no Norway as Portugal prepare after 1-0 Wales win | OneFootball

Jorge Jesus made a winning start as Portugal head coach, a 1-0 victory over Wales sealed by João Félix, then turned his focus to Norway. According to Coluna Do Fla, he struck a confident note, saying he has no fear of Norway, who arrive buoyed by a World Cup run that included eliminating Brazil.

In that 2026 round-of-16 tie, Brazil missed an early penalty after a VAR review for a Matheus Cunha incident, with Bruno Guimarães denied by Nyland. Erling Haaland got the better of Gabriel Magalhães to turn in a cross on 34 minutes of the second half, then scored again on 45 minutes from the edge of the area into Alisson’s left corner. Neymar pulled one back in stoppage time from the spot after Casemiro was fouled.

Jesus said Norway have quality but stressed Portugal do too despite limited time under him, adding he believes in their plan and will pick a side focused on themselves in attack and defence. His remarks sparked debate on X, with some users suggesting an indirect message for Carlo Ancelotti after Brazil’s approach in that defeat.

Portugal face Norway on Sunday 27 at 15:45 Brasília time at Ullevaal Stadium in Oslo, the second round of the UEFA Nations League. The match will stream on Disney+ Premium.

Jesus, a Flamengo icon, was close to the Brazil job after Dorival Júnior’s dismissal in March 2025. The CBF opened talks with him, but discussions with Carlo Ancelotti advanced and he was chosen.

Source: Coluna Do Fla

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