Bruno Fernandes was stopped by Camilo Vargas in a huge moment for Portugal in their World Cup 2026 group stage decider against Colombia on Sunday.
What happened?
The Atlas goalkeeper made a spectacular first-half save to prevent Fernandes from putting Portugal in front.
Why it matters for Bruno Fernandes
Fernandes' close-range finish was turned over the crossbar by Vargas after Jefferson Lerma slipped while attempting to intercept Joao Cancelo's cross.
What comes next?
Joao Felix threatened to score for Portugal shortly afterwards, using his chest to surge on to Nuno Mendes' long throw before firing over the crossbar.
The touch was stunning, according to former England international Stephen Warnock, who praised Vargas' concentration levels.
And Fernandes thought he was in a better position to take that shot on, but Joao Felix continued his momentum.
On Sunday, the Portugal starting XI included Diogo Costa, Ruben Dias, Renato Veiga, Joao Cancelo, Nuno Mendes, Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Neves, Vitinha, Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao Felix, and Pedro Neto.
The Colombia starting XI included Camilo Vargas, Jhon Lucumi, Santiago Arias, Gustavo Puerta, Deiver Machado, Davinson Sanchez, James Rodriguez, Jhon Arias, Jefferson Lerma, Luis Diaz, and Jhon Cordoba.
The match kicked off at 00:30 BST on Sunday, with live TV coverage on BBC One and streaming available through the BBC iPlayer app and BBC Sport website.
Colombia boss Nestor Lorenzo is at his first World Cup as a coach, but is one of three managers at the 2026 tournament to have played in a final at the tournament.
Lorenzo guided Colombia to their first Copa America final in 23 years in 2024, losing after extra time to Argentina.
And none of Colombia's World Cup matches have ended 0-0, with only Austria featuring in more World Cup matches without a goalless draw.
So the stage is set for an exciting match, with Bruno Fernandes and Portugal looking to make a statement in the World Cup 2026 group stage decider.
But the result will have to wait, as the match is still ongoing.
The World Cup 2026 stats show that Colombia scored more headers than any other nation in CONMEBOL qualifying, with Luis Diaz scoring seven goals.
And James Rodriguez led the assist charts with seven, which was three more than any other player.
The World Cup 2026 group stage decider between Portugal and Colombia is a highly anticipated match, with both teams looking to make a statement.
But for now, the focus is on Bruno Fernandes and his denied goal, which could have changed the course of the match.