Portugal to play at Alvalade, Martínez explains stadium choice | OneFootball

Portugal will play at the Estádio José Alvalade against the Republic of Ireland and Hungary. During the press conference, Roberto Martínez was questioned about the choice of Sporting's venue Sporting and assured that it was the FPF that made the decision.

"The important thing is to play in Portugal, at home, using the strength of our fans. I love playing at Alvalade, but the decision is up to the Federation's management", assured the National Coach, revealing he had no 'say in the matter' regarding the choice of Sporting's Stadium.

"We have the opportunity to work in Lisbon, but Alvalade is an important home for the National Team. This qualification has six games, there is no room for error, we need to continue the results we have achieved. The focus is total to try to win the two games in front of our fans", admitted Roberto Martínez.

2026 World Cup and will be played from 19:45, at the Estádio José Alvalade.

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