Portugal's Conceicao eyes different World Cup story than father's 2002 exit (opens original article in a new tab)

Portugal's Francisco Conceicao seeks to avoid repeating his father's 2002 World Cup group-stage exit by focusing on avoiding mistakes against Uzbekistan, managed by Fabio Cannavaro.

• Francisco Conceicao aims to avoid repeating his father's 2002 World Cup group-stage exit with Portugal against Uzbekistan.
• Uzbekistan's manager Fabio Cannavaro, a former Italy captain, is expected to employ a defensive strategy similar to their opener against Congo.
• Conceicao acknowledges his father's role as his main advisor and notes the importance of avoiding mistakes after Portugal's first game draw.