Euro 2024: Ronaldo set to start again as Portugal chases third win against newcomer Georgia
Associated PressGELSENKIRCHEN, Germany — Portugal is already qualified for the European Championship knockout stages and can sign off from Group F in style with a third win when it plays newcomer Georgia on Wednesday. Here’s what to know about the match: Match facts — There will be scrutiny of Euro 2024 security after no fewer than six different fans invaded the field or tried to seek selfies with Ronaldo at Portugal’s 3-0 win over Turkey. Team news — Martínez hinted at big changes Tuesday but said he’s keeping Cristiano Ronaldo in the lineup along with goalkeeper Diogo Costa. — Georgia’s star forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia said Tuesday he was “dreaming” of facing Ronaldo at Euro 2024 and hopes to get his shirt. It worries us, we’ve already made the statement and let’s hope that the situation improves in the next games, so that the football is richer.” — Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa on fans invading the field.