The stakes will be high when Portugal take onNorth Macedoniatoday at theEstadio Do Dragao in the European 2022 World Cup Qualifying Playoffs Finalswitha Qatar 2022 berthon the line. Here, take a look at everything there is to know about this match, such as thepreview, information, storylines, predictions, odds, and how to watch or live streamit free in the US. You can watch this game live in the United States on FuboTV (free trial).
Cristiano Ronaldo and company have made their way to this game following a 3-1 victory over Turkey last week. Fernando Santos‘ men might be a bit relieved that they have avoided a meeting with Italy but the upcoming opponents have already proven what they’re capable of doing.
In one of the biggest upsets of all time, North Macedonia shocked the Azzurri in stoppage time to leave them out of their second consecutive FIFA World Cup. Will they pull off another shock to seal a place in Qatar?
Portugal vs North Macedonia: Match Information
Date: Tuesday, March 29
Time: 2:45 PM (ET)
Location: Estadio DoDragao, Porto
Portugal vs North Macedonia: Time by State in the US
ET: 2:45 PM
CT: 1:45 PM
MT: 12:45 PM
PT: 11:45 AM
Portugal vs North Macedonia: Storylines
Portugal have failed to qualify directly for Qatar as they finishedsecond in zoneA after a shocking defeat to Serbia in the final matchday of the group phase. Now they’re just one game away from making it to their eighth FIFA World Cup in history, having made consecutive appearances since 2002.
On the other hand, North Macedonia want to keep their fairytale going by achieving the ultimate goal. This is the furthest they have ever gone in a World Cup qualifying campaign, having finished second in group J with a win over Germany under their belts.
How to watch or live stream Portugal vs North Macedonia in the US
The UEFA playoff final for Qatar 2022 between Portugal and North Macedonia will be broadcastin the US on FuboTV (Free trial). Other options:ESPN+, TUDN USA, UniMás, TUDN.com, Univision NOW, TUDN App, and ESPN2.
Portugal vs North Macedonia: Predictions and Odds
Bookmakers in the US have already made their predictions for this game. Unsurprisingly, BetMGM sees Portugal as heavy favorites with -550 odds, while North Macedonia have +1600 to produce an upset and a draw would result in a +575 payout.
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| BetMGM | |
| Portugal | -550 |
| Tie | +575 |
| North Macedonia | +1600 |
* Odds via BetMGM
