Portugal replaces goalkeeper ahead of Turkey qualifier

Portugal has known as up Wolverhampton goalkeeper José Sá to switch Anthony Lopes for the World Cup qualifier in opposition to Turkey on Thursday.

The Portuguese soccer federation stated Lopes has been dominated out due to an undisclosed harm.

Portugal coach Fernando Santos additionally needed to substitute Pepe with Tiago Djaló on Monday after the veteran defender examined constructive for COVID-19.

Portugal hosts Turkey in Porto. The desire play both Italy or North Macedonia within the closing spherical of the qualifying playoffs if it advances.

It wasn’t but clear if the 39-year-old Pepe would have the ability to play the second qualifier subsequent week if Portugal superior.

Santos additionally received’t have the ability to rely on the injured Rúben Dias, the group’s different common beginning central defender.

Midfielder Rúben Neves can also be unavailable due to an harm.

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