Portugal 4–0 Poland in Group Stage
The game was played in the group stage of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, taking place at the Jeonju World Cup Stadium.
Portugal dominated the match, achieving a remarkable 4-0 victory over Poland .
The first goal came from Pauleta in the 14th minute, setting the tone for a comfortable afternoon for the Portuguese.
Rui Costa added another goal in the 77th minute, further solidifying Portugal's lead. Pauleta's goal was a crucial moment, marking his first touch of the tournament.
Poland struggled to create any meaningful opportunities, with Piotr Świerczewski being the only player to score in the match.
Jorge Costa provided a late goal for PRT, but the Polish defense held firm until the final whistle.
The match was a testament to Portugal's defensive strength and tactical flexibility, proving a crucial step in their qualifying journey for the World Cup.
The match was a testament to Portugal's defensive strength and tactical flexibility, proving a crucial step in their qualifying journey for the World Cup.
The stadium, Jeonju World Cup Stadium, hosted the event, and the atmosphere was electric for the Portuguese fans.
The referee, -, was absent from the match, a notable omission in a crucial round of the tournament.
Attendance figures are not available, but the game was a significant event for the region.
