SILVA RESPONDS AFTER LATE TACKLE ON ODEGAARD IN PORTUGAL WIN

Bernardo Silva gave a four-word response when asked about comments made by Martin Odegaard after the two clashed during Portugal's UEFA Nations League match against Norway. Portugal won 2-1 in Oslo, with goals from Joao Felix and Goncalo Ramos either side of half-time securing the victory. Erling Haaland scored for Norway, but Portugal finished top of Group D after two wins from two matches. Cristiano Ronaldo remained an unused substitute throughout the game.

Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus introduced Bernardo Silva as his final substitution in the 87th minute, replacing Pedro Neto. Despite playing only the closing stages, Silva was involved in a challenge on Odegaard, catching the Arsenal captain with a kick to the back of the legs after Odegaard had already released the ball. Odegaard went down as a result of the challenge, and Silva was shown a yellow card by the referee. The incident prompted debate over whether the challenge warranted a more serious sanction. Silva, who left Manchester City for Real Madrid during the summer transfer window, addressed the confrontation afterwards with a brief four-word remark.

The result means Portugal have taken maximum points from their opening two Nations League group fixtures. Norway, despite Haaland's goal, sit behind Portugal in Group D following the defeat. No further details on upcoming fixtures or disciplinary action were confirmed in the reporting.