Portugal outclasses DFB-Team in Nations League semi-final match
Going Back a Decade: A Thrilling 2025 Nations League Semi-Final
In a tight, nail-biting match, Portugal snatched a 2:1 victory over Germany in Munich, ending their 25-year drought against the latter and securing their spot in the Nations League final.
The game started offensively, with neither team shying away from taking early chances. Germany showcased dominant possession at times, but chances remained elusive in the first half. Portugal, on the other hand, nearly scored early through Cristiano Ronaldo, who narrowly missed a header from a Pedro Neto cross.
The tide turned in the 48th minute, as Florian Wirtz—the wonder kid—headed in a Joshua Kimmich cross to put Germany ahead. But the celebration was short-lived as Francisco Conceicao equalized five minutes later with a precise left-footed shot. The winning goal came from the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo in the 68th minute, who tapped in a cross from Nuno Mendes.
Germany attempted a late comeback, with substitutes like Niclas Füllkrug, Serge Gnabry, and Karim Adeyemi working hard, but their efforts went unrewarded. Portugal held on, even as Adeyemi hit the post in the 82nd minute and Ter Stegen made a crucial double save later in the game.
This result marked a significant milestone for Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored his 137th goal for Portugal, further solidifying his international record. The match saw intense action, with both goalkeepers keeping the opposing team at bay. The key moments are tabulated below:
| Minute | Event ||--------|--------------------------------------------|| 19' | Costa denies Woltemade || 21' | Costa saves Goretzka shot || 48' | Wirtz (Germany) scores (1-0) || 63' | Conceição (Portugal) equalizes (1-1) || 68' | Ronaldo (Portugal) scores (1-2) || 82' | Adeyemi hits post for Germany || 89' | Ter Stegen double save |
As the dust settles, Portugal moves forward to the Nations League final, leaving Germany to ponder what could have been. [1][2][3]
In the preceding years, the European leagues witnessed an enticing rivalry between Portugal and Germany, with football matches often showcasing their sports prowess. The thrilling 2025 Nations League Semi-Final, a continuation of this prestigious tournament, featured a dramatic contest between the two teams, culminating in a historic victory for Portugal.
