Spectators gathered at Estadio Afonso Henriques were excited to see a thrilling match. Ecuador took the lead through Antonio Valencia but Cristiano Ronaldo equalised before the break. A Selecao went 2-1 in front thanks to Helder Postiga, but a glaring own goal and a fantastic strike from Felipe Caicedo saw the visitor's turn the game on its head and snatch victory.
Miguel Veloso played in the start 11 and was substituted on the 72nd minute when the score was already 2:3.