Portugal and Spain are set to light up the Allianz Arena in the final of the UEFA Nations League as the neighbours fight to become the first team to win the Nations League twice. Portugal upset Germany 2-1 in the semi-final on Wednesday, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring on his 220th national team appearance. Spain put five past France, but allowed the French team to score four in an exciting semi-final that saw Ballon d'Or prospect Lamine Yamal continue what is becoming a memorable season for the teenager. Spain are favorites to lift the cup in what is shaping up to be a goal fest in Bavaria.
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- FOOTBALL: Spain vs Portugal, UEFA Nations League Final;
- Where to watch: UEFA TV, Fast TV, Viaplay, Optus Sport, Disney+, Sony Sports, Network, DSTV stream, Fox Sports, FuboTV, Supersport;
- Venue: Allianze Arena, Munich, Germany;
- Date: 8.06.2025, 21:00 CEST.
Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo beat the offside trap and tapped in for 2-1 to lead Portugal to a first victory over Germany in 25 years. The veteran striker continues to break records at 40, netting his 137th goal for Portugal on his 220th cap. But the day belonged to young Francisco Conceicao, who scored a stunning equalizer after coming off the bench, as Portugal came from behind to upset the hosts. Roberto Martinez's side is battling to win the Nations League to erase the bad outing at the Euros in 2024. They nearly didn’t get to this stage, needing to come from behind to beat Denmark after extra time in the quarterfinal. In the second half against Germany, Martinez's charges sparked a comeback after going behind to Florian Wirtz's goal. It remains to be seen who he will start in the final. Will he be tempted to start Conceicao this time around?
Portugal Possible Starting Lineup:
Costa; Dalot, Dias, Inacio, Mendes, J. Neves, Vitinha, Bernardo, Neto, Ronaldo, Fernandes
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Inspired by 17-year-old Lamine Yamal, Spain seems to be playing like the newly crowned Spanish champions, Barcelona, focusing on outscoring the opponent rather than keeping it tight at the back. Against France in the semifinals, La Roja beat France 5-4, after allowing Les Bleus to force a tense finish after taking a 4-0 lead early in the match. Lamine Yamal netted twice as the Spaniards scored five, even though Luis de la Fuente did not start a recognizable striker. Spain, the current Nations League holders, tested an experimental defense with Pedro Porro and Dean Huijsen in the back four. Against Cristiano Ronaldo, it will be interesting to see how the Spain coach will set up his defense with Cristiano Ronaldo lurking around. Spain, who won the Euros last year, are shaping up to pick up the UNL and then make a bid for the World Cup next year.
Spain Possible Starting Lineup:
Simon, Porro, Le Normand, Huijsen, Cucurella, Merino, Ruiz, Pedri, Yamal, Oyarzabal, Williams
Betting Odds
Spain are 1.95 favorites to retain the title again on Betway, with Portugal at 3.65 to win. Over 2.5 goals is 1.735, with the under at 2.279. Ronaldo to score is 2.40 on Bet365, with a Yamal goal or assist at 1.831.
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