Portugal welcomes back Nuno Mendes

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Absent from the match against Lille due to a viral syndrome, Nuno Mendes has joined his national team for the Nations League. On Wednesday, he participated in the collective training session with Portugal.

The 2024-2025 season began in mid-August, and the first international break starts this week. It involves no fewer than 19 PSG players, including Nuno Mendes. The left-back has been called up by Roberto Martinez to play Portugal's matches against Croatia and Scotland as part of the Nations League group stage.

Despite missing PSG's last game due to a viral syndrome, Nuno Mendes has traveled to Portugal to join his national team. On Wednesday, Portugal held their final training session before the match against Croatia.

Portugal welcomes back Nuno Mendes

The first fifteen minutes of the training were open to the media. According to O Jogo, Roberto Martinez had a full squad available, with Nuno Mendes participating with his teammates, making him available for selection for the games against Croatia and Scotland.

Nuno Mendes' return to the national team is a significant boost for Portugal, as they look to build on their strong performances in the Nations League. His presence in the squad provides additional depth and experience, particularly in the crucial matches against high-caliber opponents.

The international break offers Mendes a chance to regain match fitness and sharpen his competitive edge ahead of the upcoming fixtures with PSG. His involvement with the national team will also be closely watched by PSG’s coaching staff, who will be keen to ensure he returns to the club in top form for the continuation of the season.