Sun Mar 23 23:00:34 UTC 2025: ## Portugal Beats Denmark in Extra Time to Reach Nations League Semifinals
**Lisbon, Portugal** – Portugal overcame a 1-0 first-leg deficit to defeat Denmark 5-2 after extra time in a thrilling Nations League quarterfinal clash on Sunday. The 5-3 aggregate victory sets up a semifinal showdown against Germany.
Cristiano Ronaldo, despite missing an early penalty, played a key role in Portugal’s comeback. However, it was substitute Francisco Trincao who stole the show, scoring two crucial goals, one in regular time and another early in extra time, to turn the tide. An own goal by Joachim Andersen and another Ronaldo strike also contributed to Portugal’s victory. Rasmus Kristensen and Christian Eriksen scored for Denmark. Goncalo Ramos added a late goal to seal the win.
Elsewhere in the Nations League quarterfinals:
* **Germany** drew 3-3 with Italy in Dortmund but progressed 5-4 on aggregate to reach their first-ever Nations League semifinal and secure hosting rights for the remainder of the tournament in Stuttgart and Munich.
* **Spain** edged out the Netherlands 5-4 on penalties after a 3-3 draw (5-5 aggregate).
* **France** beat Croatia 5-4 on penalties following a 2-2 aggregate draw, winning 2-0 on the night.
The Nations League semifinals will take place in June, with Portugal facing Germany and Spain facing France.
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