Portugal has made it to the UEFA Nations League final after a thrilling 2-1 victory against Germany on June 4, 2025, at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
The match was filled with drama, history, and a touch of magic from none other than Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored the winning goal and created history by finally defeating Germany in his long international career.
The semi-final began with high energy from both teams, although it was delayed due to a heavy hailstorm just before kick-off. Once the skies cleared, the match got underway, and both sides looked eager to dominate possession.
Germany broke the deadlock in the second half when Florian Wirtz headed home a brilliant assist from Joshua Kimmich, who was playing his 100th international match. At that point, Germany looked in control, and the home crowd roared in support. But Portugal had other plans.
Manager Roberto Martínez made a crucial substitution by bringing on young Francisco Conceição, who immediately made an impact. In the 58th minute, Conceição picked up the ball outside the box and fired a stunning strike into the net, levelling the score 1-1 and shifting the momentum in Portugal’s favour.
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Just ten minutes later, the moment fans had been waiting for arrived. Nuno Mendes delivered a perfect cross from the left, and Cristiano Ronaldo made no mistake, calmly guiding the ball into the net. It was his 137th international goal and the first time he had scored in a victory against Germany, a team he had never beaten before in his entire career.
Ronaldo’s Reaction After the Match
After the final whistle, Ronaldo spoke with emotion and pride.
“It’s not about me scoring the goal. It’s about the team. I’ve waited a long time for a win over Germany, and to do it in a semi-final and help my country reach the final again, it’s special. If Portugal wins and I don’t play, I’d still be happy,” Ronaldo said in a post-match interview.
Manager’s Praise and Germany’s Disappointment
Portugal’s manager, Roberto Martínez, praised his team’s discipline and the impact of his substitutes.
“We stayed patient and trusted our process. The players showed heart, especially when we were trailing. This was a team win. Francisco and Ronaldo were outstanding, but this was about everyone’s effort,” Martínez told the press.
On the other side, German captain Joshua Kimmich didn’t hide his frustration.
“It’s one of our worst performances in recent memory. We didn’t control the game, we made mistakes, and we paid the price,” Kimmich admitted.
With this win, Portugal will now play in the UEFA Nations League final on June 8, 2025. They await the winner of the other semi-final between France and Spain.
This victory not only pushes Portugal closer to another major international title but also adds another golden moment to Cristiano Ronaldo’s legendary career. The story isn’t over yet—Portugal are one step away from lifting another trophy.
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