Sun Mar 23 19:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Ronaldo’s Portugal Edges Past Denmark in Thrilling Nations League Clash

**Lisbon, Portugal** – Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal overcame a resilient Denmark side in a dramatic 5-2 extra-time victory on Sunday, securing a 5-3 aggregate win and a place in the Nations League semi-finals against Germany. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring a missed penalty by Ronaldo, a stunning comeback, and two late goals from substitute Francisco Trincão.

Despite missing an early penalty, Ronaldo played a vital role, assisting in an own goal and scoring himself to put Portugal ahead twice. However, Denmark, spurred on by goals from Rasmus Kristensen and Christian Eriksen, repeatedly fought back. The match went to extra time tied at 3-3 on aggregate, before Trincão’s brilliance secured the win with two exceptional goals. Gonçalo Ramos added a late fifth to seal the victory.

Adding a touch of fun to the match, Denmark’s Rasmus Højlund celebrated a goal by mimicking Ronaldo’s signature celebration, a gesture that the Portuguese star called an “honor.” The match also saw Denmark’s Joakim Maehle absent due to the birth of his child.

The victory sets up a highly anticipated semi-final clash against Germany, who themselves advanced after a hard-fought win against Italy. Portugal will be looking to build on this thrilling victory as they aim for Nations League glory.

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