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Pedro Neto has withdrawn from the Portugal squad ahead of their World Cup qualifiers against Ireland and Armenia.

Neto was replaced in the 77th minute of Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Wolves last weekend after suffering a groin injury.

Following discussions between Chelsea and the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), Neto has now been released from the national team to continue his recovery.

"Pedro Neto and Pedro Goncalves have been released from the national team for the matches against the Republic of Ireland and Armenia," the official statement from FPF reads.

"The Portugu

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