8legs: Portugal national football team

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Portugal adds Paulinho to the March squad, replacing Mora and Leão due to injuries ahead of friendlies with Mexico and the USMNT.
Paulinho, a Toluca striker, has dominated Liga MX with 55 goals in 81 games since 2024 and won multiple Golden Boot awards.
The March window follows Ronaldo’s injury absence, creating an opportunity for Portugal to evaluate Paulinho ahead of the World Cup.
The selection positions Paulinho as a possible World Cup contributor for Portugal this year.
Paulinho previously earned three caps for Portugal, including a brace against Andorra in his debut.
The friendlies will be played in North America, with the Estadio Azteca hosting the Mexico match.
Martínez’s squad announcement comes as Portugal eyes a favorable run toward the 2026 World Cup.
Paulinho is contrasted with Gignac as a European striker making a notable Liga MX impact.
The article emphasizes Paulinho's influence on Toluca’s league titles and his rising status.

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The guide confirms 42 of 48 World Cup teams are already set, narrowing the field for final qualification.
MNUFC players Bongokuhle Hlongwane, Carlos Harvey, James Rodríguez, and Nectarios Triantis have national team call-ups.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Play-Off Tournament begins March 26 in Mexico, determining two final spots.
UEFA Play-Offs will decide four remaining spots among 16 nations with two-game paths to progress.
USMNT friendlies against Belgium and Portugal will test players ahead of final roster decisions.
Broadcast and streaming options for the March fixtures include TNT, Max, Peacock, and Universo.
Scheduled World Cup friendlies feature fixtures through late March, with key dates listed for watcher planning.
World Cup play-off paths include New Caledonia, Suriname, and European contenders under UEFA Play-Offs.
The guide notes a European tour for James Rodríguez's team as part of the preparations.
The guide emphasizes watching the World Cup-year window with friends and adjusting plans accordingly.

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