Portugal must ‘keep an eye on’ Scotland midfield – Ruben Dias

Portugal centre-back Ruben Dias says Scotland have a midfield trio “we will have to keep an eye on” in Sunday’s Nations League Group A1 game in Lisbon.

The Manchester City 27-year-old knows Scott McTominay, Billy Gilmour and John McGinn from their time as opponents in the Premier League.

McTominay and Gilmour last month joined Napoli from Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion respectively while McGinn remains with Aston Villa.

“Obviously different characteristics in all of the three,” Dias said. “We know they are quality players.

“In the end, they can change the games. They are three names we will have to keep an eye on.”

Dias, whose side started their campaign with a 2-1 win at home to Croatia, says they “we know they are a very strong team” despite Scotland’s 3-2 defeat by Poland.

“Physicality, quality and a lot of rhythm,” were the qualities he picked out after watching a video of the game at Hampden.

“We know it is not going to be an easy one for sure and we know we have to be at a very good level ourselves to perform and to take the three points.”