FIFA WORLD CUP 2022 PORTUGAL vs GHANA  Group H Match 974 stadium

Portugal vs Ghana

Seeking to divert attention away from the never Cristiano Ronaldo saga ,

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Portugal begin another quest for international stardom when they meet Ghana in their World Cup 2022 Group H opner at Dhoha 's Stadium 974 on Thursday.

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Fernando santo's side will also face Uruguay and south korea in a challenging section.

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African counterparts face ana uphill battle to make it through to the knockout stages.

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The headlines both inside and outside of Portugal in recent days have been dominated by one man.

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Ronaldo made a surprise appearance at press conference earlier this week demand that focus be on the football rather than his actions .

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As the five time ballon 'd or winner despertely seeks to help Portugal finally achieve the big one after serveral World Cup Disappointment

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