Wales face Portugal without key players

Wales arrive in Lisbon already missing Joe Rodon and Dylan Lawlor, then lost Karl Darlow, Nathan Broadhead and star Harry Wilson to late withdrawals.

Portugal's midfield is world-class

Portugal's lineup includes Ruben Dias, Joao Cancelo, Nuno Mendes, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Bruno Fernandes and 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo.

James says Wales have no fear

Wolverhampton midfielder Jordan James insists Wales will approach the match as underdogs with a puncher's chance to cause an upset.

“You can't count us out. We've got a puncher's chance and we're going there to sort of cause an upset.”

James has faced elite midfields before

The 21-year-old produced a stellar performance when Wales beat Croatia in October 2023, facing Luka Modric, Marcelo Brozovic and Mateo Kovacic.

“I've still got Kovacic's shirt on the game up in my room. That was a really proud moment for me at such a young age.”

Ronaldo is a generational talent

James describes facing Ronaldo as a bit mad, noting the 41-year-old has scored 146 international goals over 23 years with superhuman consistency.

“You get those sort of aliens in a way that don't seem human. The longevity of how they're able to do it is unbelievable.”

Wales seek first win since November

Wales are searching for their first victory since beating North Macedonia in World Cup qualifying last November.

Match details and broadcast info

Portugal v Wales kicks off Thursday, September 24 at 7:45 PM BST at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, live on BBC iPlayer and BBC One Wales.