GOLAZONEWSPortugal Begin New Era Without Cristiano Ronaldo Against Denmark
- Portugal face Denmark this Saturday at 16:45 Brasília time in the UEFA Nations League.
- This match is Portugal's first official fixture since Cristiano Ronaldo retired from international duty.
- Under Jorge Jesus, Portugal have already secured their place in the tournament's semi-finals.
A new era for the Portuguese national team begins this Saturday as they host Denmark in the fifth round of the UEFA Nations League. The match serves as Portugal's first official game since the retirement of Cristiano Ronaldo, who stepped away from international football earlier this month.
Bernardo Silva acknowledged the departure as a sad moment, noting that the squad faces a different chapter moving forward. Head coach Jorge Jesus has expressed support for a tribute to Ronaldo during the match, emphasizing that the forward's legacy should remain a focal point.
Portugal enters the fixture in a strong position within Group A4. Having maintained a 100% record under the leadership of Jorge Jesus, the team has already qualified for the UEFA Nations League semi-finals.