Despite the fact that Bruno Fernandes was playing at his peak for Portugal against Sweden on Thursday night, Roberto Martinez chose to rest Diogo Dalot, another outstanding player for Manchester United.

In a friendly match held in advance of this summer’s European Championship, Portugal destroyed Sweden 5-2. In his previous 16 games for his country, Fernandes has contributed 22 goals to the score, with a goal and an assist.

Although Fernandes has faced criticism this season, those stats on the global stage are unquestionable. Although we are aware that he is attempting to reach those heights for United, it’s crucial to keep in mind that the Premier League is played at a far higher level.

In the first half, Fernandes, Rafael Leao, and Matheus Nunes all scored for the home team. After the half, Bruma and Goncalo Ramos extended Portugal’s lead, but Viktor Gyokeres and Gustaf Nilsson scored goals for Sweden.

Victor Lindelof had a night to forget as Sweden gave up five goals, but he has also had a lot of disappointment recently when his nation was not selected for the 2024 European Championship in Germany.

Tuesday’s friendly encounter pits Portugal, who won all ten of their qualifying matches for the European Championships, against Slovenia.

Dalot is certain to start against Slovenia, but Martinez should rest Fernandes following his performance against Sweden, in our opinion.