Denmark vs Portugal: UEFA Nations League H2H, Team News, Injury Update and Predicted Playing XI

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Denmark and Portugal are gearing up for the first leg of their UEFA Nations League quarter-final on Thursday (March 20) at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen. With both teams looking to gain an edge before the second leg, fans can anticipate a strategic and intense contest in Copenhagen.

Denmark earned their place in the quarter-finals by finishing as runners-up in Group A4, securing two victories, two draws, and two defeats. However, they are currently experiencing a four-match winless streak, with their last success in the Nations League coming against Serbia in September 2024.

Meanwhile, Portugal finished at the top of Group A1 with an unbeaten run, recording four wins and two draws. Their attacking prowess has been evident, averaging more than two goals per match in the group stage.

Denmark vs Portugal Nations League 2024-25: H2H Records

This will be their first meeting since 2015, with Portugal having emerged victorious in the previous three encounters between the teams.

Denmark: 2

Portugal: 4

Draw: 2

Denmark vs Portugal Nations League 2024-25: Team News, Injury Update

Denmark’s squad includes experienced figures such as goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel and midfielder Christian Eriksen. However, they will be missing midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who has withdrawn due to a calf issue. Rising star Mika Biereth has been called up and could make his debut. Other absentees from the fixture include Mads Roerslev, Andreas Christensen, and Kasper Dolberg.

Portugal’s head coach, Roberto Martinez, has selected a 26-man squad led by the 40-year-old captain Cristiano Ronaldo, who continues to perform at an elite level. The squad features a blend of experienced players and emerging talents, including 17-year-old winger Geovany Quenda, who is reportedly set to join Chelsea from Sporting Lisbon. Left-back Nuno Tavares is set to miss the match due to injury.

Denmark vs Portugal Nations League 2024-25: Probable Lineups

Denmark: Kasper Schmeichel; Rasmus Kristensen, Joachim Andersen, Jannik Vestergaard, Patrick Dorgu; Christian Norgaard, Morten Hjulmand, Christian Eriksen; Gustav Isaksen, Jonas Wind, Mikkel Damsgaard

Portugal: Diogo Costa; Diogo Dalot, Antonio Silva, Ruben Dias, Nuno Mendes; Vitinha, Joao Neves; Pedro Neto, Bruno Fernandes, Rafael Leao; Cristiano Ronaldo