Match report
Denmark Defeats Greece 3-0 in World Cup Qualification Europe
Greece
0–3
FT
Denmark
Sep 8, 2025
In a decisive World Cup Qualification Europe match, Denmark defeated Greece with a clean sweep of 3-0. The Danes showcased their tactical superiority and clinical finishing, with goals from M. Damsgaard, A. Christensen, and R. Hojlund proving too much for the Greek defense to handle. Greece struggled to find their footing and were forced into multiple substitutions in an attempt to stave off the inevitable defeat.
Key Facts
- • Denmark secured a 3-0 victory over Greece in the World Cup Qualification Europe match.
- • Goals were scored by M. Damsgaard (32'), A. Christensen (62'), and R. Hojlund (81').
- • Greece received a yellow card for a foul committed by Konstantinos Koulierakis in the 45th minute.
- • Denmark made multiple substitutions, including R. Hojlund and M. Biereth, to maintain their momentum.
- • Greece also made several substitutions, with players like Giannis Konstantelias and Christos Zafeiris coming on.
Lineups
Greece
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 12 K. Tzolakis (G)
- 2 G. Vagiannidis (D)
- 4 K. Mavropanos (D)
- 3 K. Koulierakis (D)
- 21 K. Tsimikas (D)
- 6 D. Kourbelis (M)
- 16 C. Zafeiris (M)
- 19 K. Karetsas (M)
- 18 G. Konstantelias (M)
- 9 C. Tzolis (M)
- 14 V. Pavlidis (F)
Substitutes
- 1 O. Vlachodimos
- 13 C. Mandas
- 5 P. Retsos
- 7 G. Masouras
- 8 F. Ioannidis
- 10 D. Pelkas
- 11 A. Bakasetas
- 15 L. Rota
- 17 P. Hatzidiakos
- 20 P. Mantalos
- 22 G. Kyriakopoulos
- 23 M. Siopis
Denmark
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 K. Schmeichel (G)
- 13 R. Kristensen (D)
- 2 J. Andersen (D)
- 6 A. Christensen (D)
- 5 J. Maehle (D)
- 15 V. Froholdt (M)
- 21 M. Hjulmand (M)
- 23 P. Hojbjerg (M)
- 11 A. Skov Olsen (F)
- 20 M. Biereth (F)
- 14 M. Damsgaard (F)
Substitutes
- 16 M. Hermansen
- 22 F. Jorgensen
- 3 J. Vestergaard
- 4 L. Hogsberg
- 7 M. O'Riley
- 8 W. Osula
- 9 R. Hojlund
- 10 A. Gronbaek
- 12 K. Dolberg
- 17 P. Dorgu
- 18 J. Bruun Larsen
- 19 A. Dreyer
Timeline
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32' Denmark Goal · Normal GoalM. Damsgaard · Assist: P. Hojbjerg
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45' Greece Card · Yellow CardKonstantinos Koulierakis
Foul
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46' Greece subst · Substitution 1Off: Giannis Konstantelias · On: Giorgos Masouras
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46' Greece subst · Substitution 2Off: K. Karetsas · On: A. Bakasetas
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62' Denmark Goal · Normal GoalA. Christensen · Assist: P. Hojbjerg
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64' Greece subst · Substitution 3Off: Dimitrios Kourbelis · On: M. Siopis
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64' Denmark subst · Substitution 1Off: M. Biereth · On: R. Hojlund
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64' Denmark subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Skov Olsen · On: Patrick Dorgu
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68' Denmark Card · Yellow CardJ. Maehle
Handball
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75' Greece subst · Substitution 4Off: Christos Zafeiris · On: F. Ioannidis
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81' Denmark Goal · Normal GoalR. Hojlund · Assist: Patrick Dorgu
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83' Greece subst · Substitution 5Off: C. Tzolis · On: D. Pelkas
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83' Denmark subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Damsgaard · On: M. O'Riley
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83' Denmark subst · Substitution 4Off: V. Froholdt · On: J. Bruun Larsen
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90' Denmark subst · Substitution 5Off: J. Maehle · On: A. Gronbaek
Match Stats
| Stat | Greece | Denmark |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 14 | 14 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 87% |
| Offsides | 4 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 4 | 15 |
| Corners | 3 | 3 |
| Total Passes | 452 | 573 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 1 | 8 |
| xG | 0.29 | 2.23 |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 4 |
| Possession | 44% | 56% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 369 | 498 |
| Shots Inside Box | 3 | 7 |
| Saves | 5 | 1 |
| Shots Outside Box | 1 | 8 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The early goal by M. Damsgaard in the 32nd minute set the tone for Denmark's dominance and put Greece on the back foot.
- ▸ Denmark's second goal by A. Christensen just two minutes after the restart in the second half solidified their lead and dampened any Greek counterattack attempts.
- ▸ The final goal by R. Hojlund in the 81st minute sealed the victory for Denmark and marked a turning point where Greece's chances of a comeback were effectively extinguished.