Cristiano Ronaldo scored two beautiful goals as a classy Portugal side signed off before Euro 2024 by comfortably beating the Republic of Ireland in Aveiro.
Joao Felix opened the scoring for Portugal in the first half, curling home after the hosts caught the Republic out with a short corner.
Ronaldo then fired an unstoppable effort into the top corner early in the second half and doubled his tally with a sweeping finish on the hour mark.
It was a perfect send-off for Roberto Martinez’s side in their last warm-up game before their Euro 2024 opener against the Czech Republic on 18 June.
It was a difficult evening for the Irish, who fell to a second defeat under interim manager John O’Shea.
The Republic were looking to build upon their first win under O’Shea, a 2-1 friendly victory against Hungary at Aviva Stadium last week.
International Friendly: Ronaldo’s Brace Helps Portugal See Off Rep. Of Ireland
