Portugal reclaimed top spot in Group A as they cruised to a 3-0 victory over Azerbaijan in Tuesday s World Cup qualifier.
In the absence of the suspended Cristiano Ronaldo, who became the all-time international top men s goalscorer against the Republic of Ireland, the goals were shared around by Fernando Santos men.
Bruno Fernandes played a part in the first two, teeing up Bernardo Silva for the opener before crossing for Diogo Jota to set up Andre Silva for the second.
Without Sahruddin Mahammadaliyev, matters could have been far worse for Azerbaijan, but the goalkeeper was powerless to stopping Jota add a third in the second half.
The visitors dominated the opening stages, registering 66.7 per cent possession in the first 15 minutes but Fernandes lashed…