United Beyond Manchester

The final results of Round 1 of the group stage are in. Two United players featured for Portugal in their win, while another saw his team win from the sidelines. Let’s dive into the action.

Turkey 3 Georgia 1

Altay Bayindir did not get the start in goal for Turkey today but will be thrilled with the result his side secured. Turkey was fluid and played an exceptional match to cement their dark-horse place in this European Championship.

Real Madrid wonderkid Arda Guler scored a fantastic goal to give Turkey the lead for good in the second half, and Kerem Akturkoglu scored an empty net goal to add on with the last kick of the game.

While Georgia will be disappointed with the result, they will be energized by scoring their first-ever goal in a major competition. Metz’s Georges Mikautadze scored in the 32nd minute to provide a monumental moment for his country.

Portugal 2 Czech Republic 1

Against Manchester United, Pedro Neto thought his leveler at the death to make it 3-3 would give Wolves a point. He was wrong, thanks to Kobbie Mainoo, of course. Today, Pedro Neto’s goal contribution at the death secured a win for Portugal, as he assisted Francisco Conceicao’s finish in the 91st minute.

Overall, it was an ugly win for Portugal. Chances were hard to come by, and the forwards were left frustrated by a stoic Czech defense. It took an own goal to level, but in the end, Portugal created the final goal of the game to steal the win.

Bruno Fernandes played the full 90 minutes for Portugal, while Diogo Dalot was substituted in the second half. Both players will hope for better performances in the next match.