I understand that they will be missing a lot of players, but so will the US. Meanwhile, they have Ronaldo, who as Ancelotti wisely put it, means they are starting with a 1-0 head start. US was really bad against Ghana and only won through some form of divine intervention. Portugal will have majority of possession as Ghana did, but also the technical players to finish the job off.
Back Portugal brothers and sisters, this line does not make any sense.