Fri Nov 15 23:54:36 UTC 2024: ## Portugal Boss Encourages Toti Gomes Despite Nations League Snub

**LISBON, Portugal** – Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Toti Gomes has been omitted from the Portugal national team squad for the upcoming Nations League matches against Poland and Croatia. Portugal manager Roberto Martínez confirmed Gomes’ absence, explaining that Chelsea’s Renato Veiga has currently secured a stronger claim to a defensive position due to his impressive start to the season.

While praising Gomes’ qualities and acknowledging his consistent performance for Wolves, Martínez emphasized that Veiga’s form has given him the edge this time. “He’s a player we follow, we like him a lot, but Renato Veiga’s start to the season has put him ahead,” Martínez stated. He added that Gomes remains a player of interest and encouraged him to continue his strong performances at club level, emphasizing that opportunities will arise in the future. Gomes’ exclusion follows his previous omissions from the Euro 2024 qualifying squad and the previous Nations League roster. The opening created by the absence of Manchester City’s Rúben Dias had sparked speculation about Gomes’ potential inclusion.

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