Portugal will lock horns with Luxembourg in the Group J encounter of UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers on Tuesday, September 12 (As per Indian Standard Time) at the Estádio Algarve in Almancil. Portugal have played like their vintage self in the marquee tournament. Be it in defence or attack, they have dominated the matches and outclassed teams that have stood in their way. Cristiano Ronaldo & Co. have won five out of five games thus far. In their previous encounter against Slovakia, Portugal won the game 1-0 courtesy of a stunning goal by Bruno Fernandes. Cristiano Ronaldo Suspended for Portugal’s Euro 2024 Qualifiers Against Luxembourg.

As Portugal take the field in the upcoming clash, they would be eager to ride on the winning momentum and register yet another win under their belt. Luxembourg on the other hand, are also coming into the contest, in high confidence, having won their previous three encounters. They would look to put up a sensational performance against Portugal and cause an upset. However, given Euro 2016 Champions are studded with top-drawer players, they would fancy their chances against Luxembourg in the home game. Cristiano Ronaldo's Hotel Pestana CR7 Provides Refuge to Victims of Morocco Earthquake.

Will Cristiano Ronaldo Play Tonight in Portugal vs Luxembourg, UEFA EURO 2024 Qualifiers Fixture?

Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for the encounter against Luxembourg and thus, he will not feature in the clash on Tuesday. The star striker received a yellow card against Slovakia for a rash challenge on opposition goalkeeper Martin Duvravka and this was his third yellow card of the Euro 2024 Qualifiers. According to the UEFA rules, a player who receives three yellow cards in the qualifying matches will be suspended for a match. Hence, the Portugal captain would not take the field in the forthcoming encounter.

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