Match report
Denmark Defeats Portugal 1-0 in UEFA Nations League Clash
Denmark
1–0
FT
Portugal
Mar 20, 2025
Denmark stunned Portugal with a 1-0 victory in the UEFA Nations League, thanks to a late goal by R. Hojlund. The Danes held off a determined Portuguese attack, showcasing their defensive resilience and clinical finishing. The win marks a significant boost for Denmark in their Nations League campaign.
Key Facts
- • Denmark 1-0 Portugal
- • R. Hojlund scored the only goal in the 78th minute
- • D. Dalot and Vitinha received yellow cards for Portugal
- • Denmark made key substitutions at the 69th and 86th minutes
- • Portugal struggled to find the equalizer despite controlling possession
Lineups
Denmark
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 K. Schmeichel (G)
- 13 R. Kristensen (D)
- 2 J. Andersen (D)
- 3 J. Vestergaard (D)
- 5 J. Mæhle (D)
- 21 M. Hjulmand (M)
- 15 C. Nørgaard (M)
- 8 G. Isaksen (M)
- 10 C. Eriksen (M)
- 18 J. Lindstrøm (M)
- 12 M. Biereth (F)
Substitutes
- 9 R. Højlund
- 11 A. Skov Olsen
- 19 J. Wind
- 7 P. Dorgu
- 22 F. Jørgensen
- 6 M. Frendrup
- 17 L. Høgsberg
- 20 C. Harder
- 4 V. Nelsson
- 23 V. Froholdt
- 16 M. Hermansen
Portugal
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Diogo Costa (G)
- 5 Diogo Dalot (D)
- 3 Rúben Dias (D)
- 13 Renato Veiga (D)
- 19 Nuno Mendes (D)
- 23 Vitinha (M)
- 15 João Neves (M)
- 9 Pedro Neto (M)
- 8 Bruno Fernandes (M)
- 17 Rafael Leão (M)
- 7 Cristiano Ronaldo (F)
Substitutes
- 2 Nélson Semedo
- 14 Gonçalo Inácio
- 18 Rúben Neves
- 10 Bernardo Silva
- 4 António Silva
- 21 Diogo Jota
- 20 Trincão
- 11 João Félix
- 22 Rui Silva
- 12 José Sá
- 16 Geovany Quenda
- 6 João Palhinha
Timeline
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57' Portugal Card · Yellow CardD. Dalot
Foul
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59' Portugal Card · Yellow CardVitinha
Foul
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66' Portugal subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Dalot · On: N. Semedo
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69' Denmark subst · Substitution 1Off: M. Biereth · On: R. Hojlund
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69' Denmark subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Lindstrom · On: A. Skov Olsen
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76' Portugal subst · Substitution 2Off: Renato Veiga · On: G. Inacio
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76' Portugal subst · Substitution 3Off: R. Leao · On: Rúben Neves
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78' Denmark Goal · Normal GoalR. Hojlund · Assist: A. Skov Olsen
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86' Denmark subst · Substitution 3Off: C. Eriksen · On: J. Wind
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86' Portugal subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Neves · On: Bernardo Silva
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87' Denmark subst · Substitution 4Off: G. Isaksen · On: Patrick Dorgu
Match Stats
| Stat | Denmark | Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 5 | 9 |
| Pass Accuracy | 89% | 89% |
| Offsides | 0 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 23 | 8 |
| Corners | 7 | 6 |
| Total Passes | 439 | 552 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 7 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 9 | 2 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 5 |
| Possession | 44% | 56% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 392 | 491 |
| Shots Inside Box | 17 | 5 |
| Saves | 2 | 7 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Denmark's defensive solidity was critical, with Portugal failing to capitalize on their possession
- ▸ R. Hojlund's goal in the 78th minute shifted momentum, securing Denmark's lead
- ▸ Portugal's double substitution in the 76th minute aimed to find an equalizer but proved insufficient