Hajar New Zealand, Portugal Stepping into the Semifinals

Football news - Portugal ensured themselves advanced to the 2017 Confederations Cup semi-final after a 4-0 win over New Zealand at Saint Peterburg Stadium (24/6). Seleçao's winning goal was made by Cristiano Ronaldo, Bernardo Silva, Andre Silva, and Nani.

As might be expected, Portugal immediately showed its dominance in the early matches. Fernando Santos's stronghold more often controlled the ball, although New Zealand several times had tried to threaten with the bait-bait that they try to roll into the Portuguese defense area.

The European champions finally went ahead with a goal from the white dot nested by the captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, in the 33rd minute. Previously, the referee decided to award a 12-fitting kick after Danilo was dropped in the forbidden box.

One goal advantage makes Portugal play more comfortable. They are diligent to do the punctures that make the All Whites back line overwhelmed.

Portugal then doubled their lead in the 37th minute. Manchester City's new player, Bernardo Silva, scored from close range after receiving a ripe bait Eliseu, who previously made a rapid movement from the left side.

The first half closed with Portugal's 2-0 lead over the Oceania zone champions.

58th minute, New Zealand had a shock through Chris Wood's golden opportunity after receiving a cross from Thomas Doyle. But Bruno Alves blocked the pace of the ball to keep Portugal's goal virgin.

Bomber who recently dipinang AC Milan, Andre Silva, show off in the 64th minute. But the hard shot that he released is still able to be driven by goalkeeper Stefan Marinovic.

The Porto ex finally finally listed his name on the scoreboard in the 80th minute. Silva dribbled from a third of the field and had a chance to outwit a New Zealand defender, before finally menghujamkan ball into the left corner of the goal.

At the end of the game, Nani completed the victory of Portugal to 4-0. Players who now defend Valencia's successful break through the net after using the assists Andre Silva.

The 4-0 win over New Zealand ensured Portugal advanced to the 2017 Confederations Cup semi-final, with seven points from three games they played in Group A.