Much-changed Wales struggled to a bonus-point World Cup victory over impressive Portugal in Nice.
Portugal excelled in the first half, but were trailing 14-3 at the break after Wales tries by Louis Rees-Zammit and captain Dewi Lake.
Taulupe Faletau secured the bonus point with a late fourth try.
Portugal finished the Pool C match with 14 men after wing Vincent Pinto was shown a late red card for a reckless high boot on Josh Adams.
While Wales were incredibly underwhelming, Portugal deserve the plaudits for their adventurous attacking approach.
Wales had defeated Portugal 102-11 on the only other occasion they faced each other in 1994. There was never going to be a repeat of that.
There were eight places between the two sides in World Rugby’s rankings going into the game, but you would not have thought that after witnessing the contest on the French Riviera.
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