Overview

• Germany ended the Final Four with a 0–2 loss to France in the third-place match, finishing fourth after failing to convert several clear chances.
• Portugal secured the Nations League title by overcoming Spain 5–3 in a penalty shootout following a 2–2 draw in regulation time.
• Nuno Mendes was named Man of the Match after scoring from open play, providing an assist and converting the decisive penalty.
• Cristiano Ronaldo’s 61st-minute equaliser forced extra time and highlighted his continued impact on Portugal’s success.
• Bundestrainer Julian Nagelsmann identified injuries, a lack of squad depth and finishing inefficiency as key issues ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.