Denmark defeat Portugal 1-0 in Nations League quarter-final first leg
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Denmark secured a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the first leg of their Nations League quarter-final at Parken stadium in Copenhagen. Rasmus Hojlund, a substitute, scored the winning goal in the 78th minute, capitalizing on a pass from Andreas Skov Olsen. Despite a missed penalty by Christian Eriksen and strong performances from Portugal's goalkeeper Diogo Costa, Denmark managed to hold on for the win. The second leg will be played in Lisbon, with the winner advancing to face either Italy or Germany in the semi-finals.
Key Points
Denmark defeated Portugal 1-0 in the first leg of their Nations League quarter-final.
Rasmus Hojlund scored the winning goal in the 78th minute after coming on as a substitute.
Christian Eriksen missed a penalty in the first half, saved by Portugal's goalkeeper Diogo Costa.
The match took place at Parken stadium in Copenhagen on March 20, 2025.
The second leg will be held in Lisbon, with the winner advancing to face either Italy or Germany.
