Portugal cannot afford another slip-up. After the shock 1-1 draw against DR Congo in MD1 — where Roberto Martínez's side had 75% possession but registered just ONE shot on target — the Seleção must respond against Uzbekistan, who are making their first-ever World Cup appearance. The quality chasm between these sides is enormous: Portugal rank #5 in the world vs Uzbekistan at #50. Ronaldo (143 international goals), Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Joao Neves and Rafael Leão form one of the tournament's most dangerous attacking units. Uzbekistan showed spirit against Colombia — Fayzullaev scored the team's historic first WC goal — but conceded 3, allowed 14 shots and gave up four big chances. Rúben Dias is expected back after missing MD1, shoring up a defence that leaked to DR Congo's set-piece. Uzbekistan's Rustamjon Ashurmatov is a game-time doubt. All sources agree: Portugal win comfortably. SportsMole & RotoWire predict 3-0; Football Whispers, IBTimes & 22Bet predict 2-1. Consensus leans to Portugal 3-0 or 2-1. Our pick: Portugal 3-0 — a dominant statement performance where Ronaldo finally gets off the mark.