Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has warned that his side faces a demanding challenge when they welcome Nigeria's Super Eagles to the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria on Wednesday for an international friendly.

The match serves as a final tuning exercise for Portugal as they gear up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and Martinez views the Super Eagles as an ideal test given their tactical profile.

Portugal are scheduled to face the Democratic Republic of Congo in the group stage of the tournament, and Martinez believes Nigeria offer similarly useful preparation — a point he made clear when speaking to Portuguese outlet ojogo.