Portugal 1-0 Netherlands: 5 Hits and Flops

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo lifts the Nations League trophy aloft after their 1-0 win over Holland
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo lifts the Nations League trophy aloft after their 1-0 win over Holland

#4 Hit: Bruno Fernandes

Constantly looking to get on the front foot, Fernandes was a nuisance for the Dutch to contend with
Constantly looking to get on the front foot, Fernandes was a nuisance for the Dutch to contend with

Well after an influential display like this, you can understand why the Sporting midfielder has been tirelessly linked with a lucrative Premier League move in recent months. Three key passes created, an eyewatering six shots registered, two tackles and an interception - this was an all-action performance from someone with an eye on bigger things to come.

He found his shooting range as time wore on and although decision-making wasn't always perfect, he certainly tested Jasper Cillessen more than any of his Dutch counterparts could say for Rui Patricio.

Holding himself to high standards, he was visibly frustrated after wasting a promising chance on the edge of the area after Silva teed him up neatly. Importantly, that only spurred him on to continue probing and alongside the Manchester City man, the pair were Portugal's driving force as they went in search of the all-important goal.

Looking to create chances wherever possible, he also didn't shy away from his defensive duties and you can understand why Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester United are heavily linked with a summer move for the 24-year-old.

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