The match at Braga Municipal Stadium follows a perfect four-win start for the home team in the tournament, including a previous 4-2 victory against the Danes. Denmark sit in second place with an even record of two wins and two losses, needing a victory alongside favorable results elsewhere to advance. Both sides are dealing with notable roster challenges, with multiple suspensions and defensive injuries impacting selection. Additionally, six Danish players will need to exercise caution as they are just one booking away from a suspension.
Key points
Avoiding defeat against Denmark will officially confirm Portugal as the winners of Group…: Avoiding defeat against Denmark will officially confirm Portugal as the winners of Group A4.
Denmark must defeat Portugal while relying on Norway failing to beat Wales to reach the l…: Denmark must defeat Portugal while relying on Norway failing to beat Wales to reach the last eight.
Attackers Goncalo Ramos, Joao Felix, and Rasmus Hojlund each enter the match with three t…: Attackers Goncalo Ramos, Joao Felix, and Rasmus Hojlund each enter the match with three tournament goals.
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Playing their first game since Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement, two-time champions Portugal face Denmark at home.
Who: Portugal vs Denmark
What: UEFA Nations League, Group A4
Where: Braga Municipal Stadium, Braga, Portugal
When: Saturday, November 14, at 7:45pm (19:45 GMT).
How to follow: Al Jazeera Sport will bring you all the build-up from 16:45 GMT before our live text commentary stream
A new chapter in Portuguese football starts on Saturday, as the national team moves on from the departure of their record scorer and longstanding captain, Cristiano Ronaldo.
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