Alvaro Morata Scores Wonder Goal as Portugal Hold Spain in Tough Nations League Tie

• Spain and Portugal settled for a 1-1 draw in the Nations League Group B opener on Thursday night, 2 June
• Former Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata scored the goal for Spain while Ricardo Horta restored parity for Portugal
• Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was introduced in the second half, but he was unable to score

Spain have kicked off their campaign in the Nations League on an impressive note as Alvaro Morata scored the goal in their 1-1 draw against Portugal on Thursday night, 2 June.

The encounter between Spain and Portugal is expected to be tough and it was truly as players of both nations gave themselves tough challenge in the battle.

Luis Enrique and his wards started the duel impressively looking for an early, but they had to wait until the 25th minute before scoring through Alvaro Morata who was assisted by Sarabia.

After conceding a goal, Portugal tried all they could to restore parity with the likes of Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva firing in all cylinders, but they were unable to score.

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How did they finish the first half?

Portugal tried all they could to restore parity in the first half, but Spain would have their goalkeeper Unai Simon to thank as he produced amazing saves.

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo was introduced in the second half with the aim of Portugal getting an equalizer, but it was still hard for them.

Portugal eventually got the equalizer in the 82nd minute through Ricardo Horta who got brilliant assist from Cancelo.

Juan Mata sends emotional farewell message to Manchester United supporters after 8 years at Old Trafford

Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Juan Mata has taken to social media to appreciate the Manchester United fans as the midfielder confirmed his departure from the English Premier League giants.

The 34-year-old joined Manchester United from rivals Chelsea in 2014 and has won 4 major trophies in 8 years as a Manchester United player.

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Mata promised to not to ever forget the love and affection he was shown at Old Trafford and wished Manchester United all the best moving forward.

Juan Mata had seen his game time reduce drastically at United in recent seasons but leaves as a cult hero after scoring 51 goals in 285 appearances across 8 years for the Red Devils.