Portugal and Uzbekistan prepare for second World Cup group match in Houston

Portugal faces Uzbekistan in Houston on Tuesday following a 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo in their World Cup opener. Despite controlling 75% of possession and completing 783 passes, Portugal managed only seven total shots, with Joao Neves scoring the team's solitary shot on target in the sixth minute. Coach Roberto Martinez is seeking a more clinical attacking performance after the team recorded one of the lowest shot counts in the opening round. Meanwhile, Uzbekistan enters the match after a 3-1 loss to Colombia in their first-ever World Cup appearance. Coach Fabio Cannavaro attributed the defeat to player nerves and emphasized the need for a more composed defensive and offensive approach. The Italian coach believes his team has the quality to challenge Portugal now that the pressure of their tournament debut has subsided.