Portugal defeats Denmark 4-2 in Nations League, tightening group race with Norway

Portugal entered Thursday's Nations League match against Denmark in Copenhagen without captain Cristiano Ronaldo, who departed the national team earlier in the week. Coach Jorge Jesus insisted the team would concentrate on the game despite the turmoil. The encounter saw Portugal take an early lead, Denmark equalise, and then Portugal pull ahead with a third goal before Denmark responded again.

Vitinha restored Portugal’s advantage in the 67th minute from a Bruno Fernandes cross, and João Felix added a late strike in the 87th minute to seal a 4-2 win. The victory gives Portugal a flawless three-game record, while Norway, Denmark and Wales each sit on three points, turning the upcoming fixtures into a tight battle for group supremacy.