JAKARTA - Liverpool striker Diogo Jota continued his fantastic start to the season on Tuesday night, when he recorded one goal and an assist for Portugal.
The Selecao enjoyed a 3-0 win over Azerbaijan in their 2022 World Cup qualifying Group A match. In this match, Portugal's other two goals were scored by Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva and RB Leipzig marksman Andre Silva.
Still a better connection than your WIFI @andrevsilva19 @DiogoJota18 pic.twitter.com/zqKtmPCtmL
— Portugal (@selecaoportugal) September 7, 2021
These results keep Portugal at the top of their group, with four wins and a draw from five matches.
One thing that was highlighted from Portugal's victory was the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo who got an accumulated yellow card against the Republic of Ireland in the previous match.
Yes, even without their captain who just moved from Juventus to Manchester United, the Selecao still have a lot of firepower.
Without their talisman, Jota became the star of Fernando Santos' squad. Operating from the left wing, he caused problems for Azerbaijan.
After providing the assist for Silva's opener, Jota ended the win with a header and took his international tally to eight in 21 games.
Portugal supporters are very happy to see the 24-year-old player perform outstandingly with his country. One of them even gave a tickling comment on Twitter.
"Ronaldo could retire... the national team is in safe hands," he tweeted.
Diogo Jota with a goal and an assist tonight for Portugal.What a player @DiogoJota18 pic.twitter.com/UdVzgYEXS4
— Anfield Watch (@AnfieldWatch) September 7, 2021
With Roberto Firmino's fitness still in doubt, Jota will play an important role for Liverpool over the coming months.
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