Roberto Martínez: "We really needed this"

In a quick post-match interview with Sport TV, following the goalless draw against Colombia, Roberto Martínez stated that Portugal displayed "a lot of character to keep a clean sheet." He praised Diogo Costa's "fantastic" performance and the team's "defensive intensity."

The national team coach affirmed that this match was "a valuable test" and "important for adjusting and growing, for what the team needs to do in the upcoming World Cup, which is completely different." It's worth remembering that Portugal will face Croatia in the Round of 16.

"We really needed this, to take the game where we wanted it. We need to have more possession and benefit from players with that capability," he emphasized.

Regarding the game's intensity, Roberto Martínez noted that "South American teams are already accustomed to fragmented games." He also highlighted the "demanding weather conditions" in Miami.