In a thrilling finale at Munich’s Allianz Arena, Portugal clinched the UEFA Nations League title by defeating Spain 5-3 in a nerve-shredding penalty shootout.
After 120 minutes ended deadlocked at 2-2, Cristiano Ronaldo kept the dream alive for Portugal, pounding home his record-extending 138th international goal in the 61st minute to level the score after Mikel Oyarzabal had given Spain the lead before halftime.
With tension at its peak, both teams scored their first four spot kicks before Spain’s Álvaro Morata saw his fourth attempt brilliantly saved by Portuguese goalkeeper Diogo Costa. Moments later, Ruben Neves stepped up and calmly slotted home Portugal’s fifth penalty, sealing a historic win.
The stands erupted as Ronaldo hoisted the trophy and the stadium reverberated with Queen’s anthem "We Are The Champions." For young global fans, this match showcased the drama of top-level football, where one save and one kick can rewrite history.
Portugal’s triumph underlines their growing reputation on the world stage and offers a masterclass in resilience and flair that will inspire future stars and sports enthusiasts everywhere.
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Portugal beat Spain in penalty shootout to win UEFA Nations League
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