Denmark secured a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the first leg of their UEFA Nations League quarter-final on March 20, 2025, at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen. The decisive goal came in the 78th minute from substitute Rasmus Højlund, who celebrated by mimicking Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic ‘Siu’ celebration.
Earlier in the match, Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen missed a penalty, but goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel’s crucial saves kept Denmark in contention. Portugal’s goalkeeper, Diogo Costa, also made significant stops but was ultimately beaten by Højlund’s strike.
The second leg is scheduled for Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Lisbon. The aggregate winner will advance to the semi-finals to face either Italy or Germany.
Denmark Triumphs Over Portugal in Nations League Quarter-Final First Leg
