Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal through to Semi-Final
Portugal secured a place in the UEFA Nations League semi-finals after a 5-2 victory over Denmark in extra time at Estádio José Alvalade.
The match started with high energy, as Denmark had the advantage from their first-leg win. Portugal took the lead in the 38th minute when Danish defender Joachim Andersen accidentally scored an own goal. Denmark fought back in the 56th minute, with Rasmus Kristensen scoring to make it 1-1.
Cristiano Ronaldo put Portugal ahead again in the 72nd minute, making up for his missed penalty in the first half. However, Denmark responded quickly, with Christian Eriksen equalizing just four minutes later, bringing the total score to 3-2 in favor of Denmark.
In the 86th minute, Francisco Trincão came off the bench to score, sending the match into extra time. Trincão struck again in the 91st minute, giving Portugal the lead. The final goal came in the 116th minute when Gonçalo Ramos sealed the victory.
Portugal will now face Germany in the semi-finals.
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