Kevin Nisbet was on target for his first international goal – with his first touch after coming on as a substitute – but a breathtaking free-kick from Memphis Depay denied the Hibs striker a winning goal with a late equaliser.
Depay had been on target in the first half too, cancelling out an unlikely – though well-taken – opener from Jack Hendry.
Given all the covid implications of John Fleck's positive test result and a further group of players being unavailable, Steve Clarke will have taken positives from Portugal.
Here’s how the players rated using our usual ratings scale.
Starting XI ratings scale - 10: One of the best performances you've seen. 9: Outstanding. 8: Very good. 7: Good. 6: Average. 5: Poor, 4: Very poor. 3: A terrible day at the office. 2: Abysmal. 1: One of the worst performances you've seen.
*substitutes will differ depending on minutes played and influence.
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5. James Forrest - 6
Right wing-back is not his best position but he made the most of it, mucking in and getting forward without doing anything wrong but potential influence blunted by his positioning. Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
6. Andy Robertson - 6
Quiet. Too quiet in the first half. But that burst and delightful cross which laid Kevin Nisbet's goal proved his worth. Teams will continue to focus on shutting down his trademark rampaging runs - but when he gets the chance he makes them pay, and did tonight. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
7. Stuart Armstrong - 7
Very busy in the middle of the park on his 25th international appearance. Carried out the press to the letter and won ball for the opener and will continue to give Steve Clarke a midfield headache. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group / SFA
8. Callum McGregor - 7
Held position in the middle while Armstrong ran and Turnbull roamed, carrying out the disciplined task that Clarke favours in his midfield. Photo: Ross MacDonald - SNS Group / SFA