Portugal won the UEFA Nations League after a dramatic 2-2 draw with Spain, winning 5-3 in the tiebreaker. Ronaldo scored, and goalkeeper Diego Costa made a crucial save to seal the victory. A thrilling night ends with Portugal as champions again!
A Match Full of Drama and Surprises
Everyone expected Spain to win the UEFA Nations League final. They played great football in their last match against France. Their young players looked sharp, fast, and well-organized—like a team of buzzing bees attacking together. Many thought Portugal wouldn’t stand a chance.
But football is full of surprises. Portugal proved everyone wrong.
Twice Behind, But Never Gave Up
Spain started strong and scored first in the 21st minute. Martín Zubimendi took a loose ball and smashed it into the net. But just five minutes later, The Navigators responded. Nuno Mendes received a pass from Pedro Neto and sent a powerful shot from the left into the Spanish goal. It was 1-1.
Before halftime, Spain took the lead again. Young star Lamine Yamal sent a cross from the right, Pedri passed it, and Mikel Oyarzabal scored with a beautiful shot. Spain led 2-1 at the break.
Then came Cristiano Ronaldo in the 61st minute. A long pass bounced off a defender and came to him. Despite pressure from Spanish defenders, Ronaldo stayed calm and scored to make it 2-2. Portugal was back in the game!
Tied After 120 Minutes – Then Diego Costa Becomes the Hero
After 90 minutes and 30 minutes of extra time, the score was still 2-2. The game had to be decided with penalties.
Both teams scored their first three shots. Then, Portugal’s Nuno Mendes made it 4-3. Spain captain Álvaro Morata stepped up next—but The Navigators goalkeeper Diego Costa saved his shot! That moment changed everything.
Finally, Ruben Neves took The Navigators last shot. He scored! Portugal won 5-3 in the tiebreaker. The players celebrated wildly. It was their second UEFA Nations League title.
Ronaldo vs Yamal – Experience Beats Youth
This final also felt like a special battle between two stars—40-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo and 17-year-old Spanish talent Lamine Yamal. Both gave their best, but in the end, it was Ronaldo who came out on top. He scored an important goal and helped The Navigators win another major title.
Final Score:
🇵🇹 Portugal 2 (5) – 🇪🇸 Spain 2 (3)
Portugal are champions again—and Ronaldo gets another trophy to add to his legendary career!
