Who is the star player?
It has been Cristiano Ronaldo for a long time and, at 39 years of age, this could be the last time. However, while Ronaldo’s powers wane with age, others are reaching their peak in Ruben Dias, Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes and Joao Palhinha.
How do they play?
Since taking the reins after the World Cup, Roberto Martinez usually sets Portugal up in a 4-3-3 formation which transitions into a 4-1-4-1 when needed. Ronaldo leads the line with Palhinha sitting back and allowing Silva and Fernandes to roam freely when attacking.
Chances of victory
Portugal are the strongest team on their side of the knockout draw and, assuming they do not self-implode, Martinez has the resources to take them all the way. If it is Portugal lifting the trophy on July 14, it would not be as much as a shock as in 2016. Runners-up.