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Portugal vs Denmark: UEFA Nations League – predictions, how to watch, teams
Portugal host Denmark in Braga on Saturday in their first match since Cristiano Ronaldo retired from international football, ending a 23-year association with the national team. Portugal have already secured a place in the Nations League quarter-finals, and avoiding defeat would confirm them as Group A4 winners.
Portugal have won all four group matches, including a 4-2 victory over Denmark on 1 October, and are defending two-time holders. Denmark need to beat Portugal and hope Norway do not defeat Wales to secure a quarter-final place; Opta gives Portugal a 59.4% chance of winning, Denmark 19.4% and a draw 21.2%. Gonçalo Ramos and João Félix have scored three goals each for Portugal, while Rasmus Højlund has three for Denmark; several players are unavailable through suspension or injury.
In short
- Portugal play their first match since Ronaldo’s retirement.
- A draw would confirm Portugal as group winners.
- Denmark need a win and help from Wales.