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The incident that caused a injury to Portugal's national team midfielder Deco occurred during a team training session, when the player collided with his teammate, midfielder Costinha, while fighting for the ball. Deco fell awkwardly to the ground and injured a muscle.
If it turns out that the player's injury is serious, Deco will likely be forced to miss at least the first match with Angola's team, which will take place this Sunday. The details of Deco's injury are not yet disclosed, but it is believed that Portugal's national team coach Luiz Felipe Scolari will have to come up with a plan B.
If Deco is unable to play, his place in the center of the safe line should be taken by Luis Figo. Cristiano Ronaldo and Simao would support him on the sides, while Pauleta would move up front, closer to the opponent's goal.
