Leão's punch earns red card as Portugal beats Chile 2-0
Portugal forward Rafael Leão was sent off for punching an opponent during a 2-0 win over Chile in a Cup warm‑up friendly on Saturday in a preparation match. Leão's aggressive action resulted in an immediate red card from the referee.
Portugal dominated the game, securing a two‑goal margin thanks to solid attacking play. The incident has reignited discussions about discipline within the squad.
The match served as a crucial test ahead of the upcoming World Cup campaign.
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