
09/06/2025
Portugal Crowned Nations League Champions After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Win
๐๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐๐ก, ๐๐ฎ๐ง๐ ๐ (๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐): Portugal secured their second UEFA Nations League title on Sunday, defeating Spain 5โ3 in a penalty shootout after a thrilling 2โ2 draw in regular and extra time at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
Spain took the lead in the 21st minute through Martรญn Zubimendi, exploiting a lapse in Portugal's defense. However, Portugal responded swiftly, with Nuno Mendes scoring the equalizer just five minutes later. Spain regained the advantage before halftime thanks to a goal from Mikel Oyarzabal, who had previously scored in the Euro 2024 final and the 2023 Nations League final. In the second half, Cristiano Ronaldo leveled the score at 2โ2, bringing his international goal tally to 138.
Despite a strong performance, Ronaldo was substituted due to cramp before the match concluded. Portugal dominated extra time but could not break the deadlock, leading to a penalty shootout. Both teams converted their first three penalties. Nuno Mendes confidently netted Portugal's fourth, while Spain's รlvaro Morata's attempt was saved by goalkeeper Diogo Costa. Rรบben Neves then stepped up and calmly converted the decisive penalty, securing the victory for Portugal.
The win marks Portugal's third major international title, adding to their Euro 2016 and inaugural Nations League victories. Notably, it is also their second competitive win over Spain, with their only other victory being a 1โ0 result in Euro 2004, which eliminated Spain from the tournament.
Follow & share News around you:
๐ WhatsApp: +919862025537
๐ E-Mail: [email protected]
๐ DM, Hashtag or tag