Jose Fonte stated this Friday, before the training of the Portugal National Team, that the situation in which Argentina finds itself after the first two matches "demonstrates how difficult a World Cup is."
"The fact that Argentina has lost (against Croatia) and is in difficulty can tell us a lot. It demonstrates how difficult a World Cup is. All the teams that are here have many qualities and there are no easy matches," commented the Portuguese defender.
Fonte remembered the potential of the Croatian team, which Portugal eliminated in the last European Championship before becoming champion in the round of 16 with a goal from Ricardo Quaresma in extra time.
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In addition, he is aware that they already have four points and are in the lead of the group. "Spain is only ahead because of yellow cards. We could have played better and had more control of the game against Morocco, but credit and merit must be given to the other teams that fight for their lives and have their qualities," he added.
As for the 'Cristiano dependence' of the Portuguese team, he pointed out that "it is obvious that Ronaldo has a big impact on our team, but he would have an impact on anyone."
About the Iranian team, whom they will face next Monday in Saransk in the last match of Group B, they will also face difficulties because "they have a strong team."
(EFE)