The Sweden-Portugal match in the second leg of the 2014 World Cup play-offs has reached half-time with a 0-0 score. In the first half, Sweden had a few opportunities, with Ibrahimovic leading the attack, but the Portuguese defense remained solid. Portugal, with a one-goal advantage from the first leg, focused on containing Sweden’s offense and sought to score the crucial away goal.
In the 15th minute, Bruno Alves had a powerful header saved by the Swedish goalkeeper Isaksson. Cristiano Ronaldo was active in creating opportunities, with a couple of attempts, but couldn’t find the back of the net. As it stands, Portugal is on course to qualify for the World Cup.
