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Portugal Claim Second Nations League Title After Dramatic Shootout Over Spain

Diogo Costa’s penalty save set up Rúben Neves to net the winner moments after Cristiano Ronaldo’s late equaliser

Soccer Football - Nations League - Final - Portugal v Spain - Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany - June 8, 2025 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo, Francisco Conceicao and Joao Felix celebrate in front of the fans after winning the UEFA Nations League REUTERS/Angelika Warmuth
Cristiano Ronaldo kisses the UEFA Nations League trophy as he celebrates with teammates.
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Overview

  • Spain twice took the lead through Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Oyarzabal, with Oyarzabal scoring on the stroke of halftime.
  • Nuno Mendes levelled five minutes after Zubimendi’s opener with a powerful strike from outside the box.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo volleyed his 138th international goal in the 61st minute to force the contest into extra time.
  • Ronaldo exited with an injury in the 88th minute and watched from the sidelines as the teams remained deadlocked through extra time.
  • Diogo Costa’s save from Álvaro Morata allowed Rúben Neves to convert the decisive spot-kick and secure Portugal’s second title.