Croatia booked their spot in the Nations League quarter-finals after a 1-1 draw with Portugal.

A heavily rotated visiting side did not feature Cristiano Ronaldo or Bruno Fernandes, leaving Rafael Leão to lead the charge for the visitors.

The Milan star had plenty of chances to open the scoring, but it was João Félix who did, after expertly controlling the ball and slotting home his first in the competition.

Veteran Luka Modrić attempted to rally the hosts forward, but with only one shot on target after the first 45 minutes, Croatia faced more pressure to keep themselves alive.

In the second half that all changed. Chances flew and Joško Gvardiol put the ball in the back of the net as Portugal's defence fell asleep, but it was ruled out for offside.

Yet one minute later, the defender flew in at the back post and ensured his second attempt counted.

Portugal came close to conceding a second time as Croatia hit the woodwork in the dying minutes. But they held on for the draw and also kept their unbeaten run alive.