The UEFA Nations League 2025 semi-final between Germany and Portugal was a true footballing spectacle, delivering everything fans hoped for—world-class goals, tactical brilliance, and nail-biting moments until the final whistle.
⚔️ A Battle of Giants
Germany, known for its structured style and tactical discipline, faced a Portuguese side bursting with flair and attacking creativity. Both teams brought their A-game, with top talents like Joshua Kimmich, Jamal Musiala, and Kai Havertz leading the German charge, while Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes, and João Félix lit up Portugal’s midfield and attack.
⚽ Match Highlights
The match kicked off at a high tempo, with Portugal dominating possession early on. Their efforts paid off when Bernardo Silva struck a beautiful left-footed curler in the 17th minute to give Portugal the lead.
Germany responded quickly. In the 29th minute, a stunning counterattack saw Musiala feed Havertz, who coolly slotted past the Portuguese goalkeeper to equalize. The first half ended 1–1, with both sides showing intent.
The second half brought even more drama. In the 62nd minute, Germany took the lead through a powerful header by defender Antonio Rüdiger from a well-delivered corner. However, the lead didn’t last long. Portugal drew level just 10 minutes later with a thunderous free-kick from Bruno Fernandes that left the German keeper rooted.
With the score tied at 2–2 after 90 minutes, the game went into extra time, where the drama intensified. The decisive moment came in the 113th minute when Germany’s super-sub Florian Wirtz made a brilliant solo run and finished with precision, sending the German fans into a frenzy.
🏁 Final Score: Germany 3 – 2 Portugal (AET)
Germany advanced to the Nations League final, continuing their impressive campaign under head coach Julian Nagelsmann. Portugal, while disappointed, earned praise for their spirited performance and attacking flair.
🔍 Key Stats:
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Possession: Germany 47% – 53% Portugal
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Shots on Target: Germany 6 – 7 Portugal
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Man of the Match: Florian Wirtz (Germany)
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Attendance: 63,000+
📌 Conclusion
This semi-final clash was a celebration of European football at its finest. With elite talent, incredible goals, and non-stop action, Germany vs Portugal lived up to the hype—and then some.
➡️ Stay tuned for the UEFA Nations League final coverage right here on our blog!