"Without a doubt. We have that firmly in mind. We can now secure our place in the World Cup. It's become a habit; we've developed this habit of being present, but it's not easy. And then we can have a more relaxed training camp in November, even though we always want to win. It's a great opportunity to secure our qualification, and we'll give it our all."
"A win over Hungary in Lisbon on Tuesday, coupled with Armenia failing to beat the Republic of Ireland, would book Portugal's place in next year's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Portugal have never lost to Hungary in 15 previous meetings (W11 D4), winning each of their last four, including a 3-2 victory in the reverse fixture in September. The Selecao, who have won all three of their matches so far to top Group F, have qualified for each of the last six World Cups, reaching the quarter-finals in Qatar in 2022."
Portugal can secure qualification for the next World Cup with a win over Hungary in Lisbon combined with Armenia failing to beat the Republic of Ireland. Portugal remain unbeaten against Hungary in 15 meetings and have won each of their last four encounters, including a 3-2 win earlier this year. The Selecao top Group F with three wins and have qualified for each of the last six World Cups, reaching the 2022 quarter-finals. Vitinha says qualifying is the main motivation and hopes to clinch qualification early to allow a more relaxed November training camp while still aiming to win.
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