Ronaldo-less Portugal suffer Nations League hammering at hands of Denmark
BRAGA: Portugal were hammered 4-1 by Denmark on Saturday, an embarrassing Nations League defeat in their first match without Cristiano Ronaldo following the superstar forward’s retirement from international football.
Portugal suffered a devastating 4-1 Nations League defeat against Denmark on Saturday, marking their first match without the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo following his retirement from international football. Denmark's Rasmus Hojlund scored twice, while Denmark sealed their spot in the quarter-finals with a commanding performance.
Denmark currently sits at nine points from five fixtures, three behind Portugal who have already secured their place in the last eight with four wins from four group fixtures. The match began with Denmark taking the lead through a penalty from Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg in the 43rd minute. Hojlund added to Denmark's lead with a stunning volley just after halftime, followed by another goal from Hojlund and a header from Joachim Andersen.
Despite Bernardo Silva's late consolation effort, Portugal's decline was evident, with Norway also defeating Wales 3-1 to secure a spot in the quarter-finals.
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