Reigning European Champions, Portugal today beat Morocco by 1- 0 through a header from Cristiano Ronaldo.
The North Africans left him unmarked when a corner was taken. The Moroccan goalkeeper had no chance when the reigning world footballer of the year dived to head the ball in the early minutes of the game.
After they scored the goal, Portugal had fewer touches of the ball as Morocco controlled the game throughout the first half.
The second half of the game saw no change in the tempo of the game. Morocco still went on the control of the game but they failed to find the back of the net.
Morocco’s captain, Benatia could not convert the chance he got for his side.
Moroccan playmaker Ziyech, saw all his shots blocked by the Portuguese defence.
The referee blew the final whistle at the 95th minute. Portugal now have to win or draw against Iran before they can make it to the round of 16.