Portugal fall 4-1 to Denmark in Nations League
Portugal lost 4-1 to Denmark in a UEFA Nations League match at Estadio Municipal de Braga, with Carlos Forbs making his debut in the number 7 shirt after Cristiano Ronaldo’s retirement.
Key points
- Denmark opened scoring with a penalty by Pierre‑Emile Hojbjerg after a header was handled by Ruben Dias.
- Rasmus Hojlund scored twice in the second half, a brace within minutes of the restart.
- Joachim Andersen added a header in the 75th minute for Denmark’s third goal.
- Portugal’s only goal came in stoppage time from Bernardo Silva on a rebound after Joao Neves’ effort was saved.
- Carlos Forbs, 22, debuted in the number 7 role following Ronaldo’s retirement announcement on 5 November 2026.
Match result
Portugal were defeated 4–1 by Denmark in a UEFA Nations League match at Estadio Municipal de Braga.
Key moments
Denmark opened the scoring when Pierre‑Emile Hojbjerg converted a penalty after Ruben Dias handled a header.
Rasmus Hojlund added a second‑half brace, scoring twice within minutes of the restart.
Joachim Andersen completed Denmark’s tally with a header in the 75th minute.
Portugal’s sole goal came in stoppage time when Bernardo Silva scored on the rebound after Joao Neves’ effort was saved.
Portugal lineup change
Following Cristiano Ronaldo’s retirement announced on 5 November 2026, the number 7 shirt was assigned to 22‑year‑old Club Bruges winger Carlos Forbs.
Forbs, who had one previous cap, was listed in the squad announced on 6 November 2026 and received the number from coach Jorge Jesus.
Context
The match was Portugal’s first competitive appearance since Ronaldo’s retirement and the first without the legendary forward.
Your questions, answered
Why did Portugal play without Cristiano Ronaldo?
Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement on 5 November 2026, making this match Portugal’s first competitive appearance without him.
Who scored for Denmark in the match?
Pierre‑Emile Hojbjerg, Rasmus Hojlund (two goals), and Joachim Andersen scored for Denmark.
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