Höjlund comes off the bench to score the winning goal in the first leg of the Nations League quarterfinals. CR7 and company have a quiet night.
Denmark came out ahead of Portugal in the race for a place in the Nations League semifinals. Playing at home, Brian Riemer’s team beat the Portuguese 1-0 on Thursday in the first leg of the quarterfinals. Manchester United striker Höjlund came off the bench to score the game’s winning goal – and celebrated with the famous celebration of Cristiano Ronaldo, of whom he is a declared fan. Check out the top football scores on best football score app.
The result means that Portugal must win the second leg, at home, to stay alive in the Nations League. Roberto Martínez’s team need a victory by two or more goals at the José Alvalade Stadium to secure a direct place in the semifinals. A victory by just one goal will send the match to extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout. The decisive match will be next Sunday (23).
Despite Portugal being the favorite, which has had a successful generation in recent years, Denmark was the one who dominated the match this Thursday. The home team created the best chances from the first half and even had a penalty saved by Diogo Costa, one of the standout players of the match. In the final stage, the scenario was similar, with Portugal having few chances, on a quiet night for its main players, including Cristiano Ronaldo.
When the Danes were lamenting the missed opportunities, Höjlund came off the bench to score the winning goal after a good exchange of passes. BB Score, your go-to place for football results.
