Portugal play Germany in Nations League: Start, Ronaldo, team news, lineups
Portugal secured a 2-1 victory over Germany in the UEFA Nations League semi-final held at Munich's Allianz Arena on June 4, 2025, advancing to the final where they will face either Spain or France.(theguardian.com)
🕒 Match Overview
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Fixture: Germany vs. Portugal
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Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
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Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich
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Kick-off: 9:00 PM local time (8:00 PM UK)
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Broadcast: In the UK, available via Amazon Prime Video on a pay-per-view basis for £2.49, with additional live coverage through talkSPORT’s platforms. (bavarianfootballworks.com, talksport.com)
🇵🇹 Portugal Starting XI
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Goalkeeper: Diogo Costa
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Defenders: João Neves, Rúben Dias, Gonçalo Inácio, Nuno Mendes
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Midfielders: Rúben Neves, Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes
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Forwards: Francisco Trincão, Cristiano Ronaldo (captain), Pedro Neto
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Manager: Roberto Martínez(reddit.com, bolavip.com, en.wikipedia.org)
🇩🇪 Germany Starting XI
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Goalkeeper: Marc-André ter Stegen
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Defenders: Waldemar Anton, Jonathan Tah, Robin Koch
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Midfielders: Joshua Kimmich, Aleksandar Pavlović, Leon Goretzka, Maximilian Mittelstädt
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Forwards: Leroy Sané, Florian Wirtz, Nick Woltemade
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Manager: Julian Nagelsmann(reddit.com, bolavip.com)
⚽ Match Summary
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First Half: Both teams displayed strong defensive performances, leading to a goalless first half.
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Second Half:
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51st Minute: Florian Wirtz gave Germany the lead with a well-placed header.
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55th Minute: Francisco Conceição equalized for Portugal with a powerful 25-yard strike.
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67th Minute: Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 137th international goal, tapping in from close range after a cross from Nuno Mendes, securing the win for Portugal. (theguardian.com)
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Final Score: Germany 1 – 2 Portugal(theguardian.com)
🏆 Looking Ahead
Portugal advances to the UEFA Nations League final, aiming to secure their second title in the competition's history. They will face the winner of the Spain vs. France semi-final, scheduled for Thursday, June 5, 2025.(bolavip.com, thesun.co.uk)