There has been quite a lot written about Cristiano Ronaldo and his situation at Man United in the media. An interview with Piers Morgan has got everyone's attention. Something Ronaldo may be sued for in the future. In the national team, however, he is an icon and an important key player. He did not the last feature in the international friendly over out-of-form Nigeria, which Portugal still won 4-0. Once again, the defense showed evidence of world-class. Something they also did in the Nations League where only 3 goals were conceded against Spain, Switzerland and the Czech Republic in 6 international matches in total. Bruno Fernandes has taken on more. He netted twice last time out against Nigeria. Goncalo Ramos and Joao Mario scored the other goals. But Portugal has struggled in the opening games of major championships. In the last 3 attempts, they have failed to win initially. It could very well be a tough start this time too, as defensively strong Ghana is on the other side of the grass. After missing out on the World Cup in Russia, Ghana is back in the sweet room. You have a good track record where there has only been an exit once in the group stage. Otherwise, there is an ability to go far in tournaments. They have knocked out Nigeria in the qualifiers and warmed up with a clear loss over Brazil, but also two victories over Nicaragua 1-0 and Switzerland 2-0. Strong to keep a clean sheet in both meetings. Nothing strange on the other hand as you are very strong in defense, as well as in the midfield where Arsenal general Thomas Partey rules and sets up. There is a small problem in the front as the team does not have a distinct and reliable scorer. But there is brilliant Mohamed Kudus who can score from every position, he is having a fantastic season at Ajax. Regardless, all the focus is on defending in such an encounter. Something that Ghana is very good at. Bookmakers offer an even over/under the line of 2.5 goals. I don't expect a game with some beautiful football, this will be a low-scoring game and even if Portugal is a heavy favorite I highly doubt they can win with more than 2 goals difference.