portugal defeats Spain to win Nations League title
portugal defeated Euro champions Spain on penalties in the 24-25 UEFA Nations League final to win the title. spain were in form, scoring five goals against France in the semifinals, but Portugal’s tenacity and focus helped them lift the trophy.
ronaldo’s third international trophy
the win earned Cristiano Ronaldo the third tournament trophy of his career. the Portuguese national team has won the Euro, Nations League, and more in the Ronaldo era alone.
Key roles in PSG’s treble
at the center of Portugal’s victory were members of the Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) triumvirate, with left fullback Nuno Mendes not only scoring the equalizer, but also effectively shutting down Spain ace Ramin Yamal. mendes has also been impressive in the Champions League this season, defending against world-class wingers like Salah and Xhaka.
the future of the Portuguese national team and Ronaldo’s World Cup challenge
portugal has steadily improved the quality and depth of its squad in recent years. ronaldo has remained in top form, and soccer fans around the world are eager to see if the 41-year-old can win one last World Cup at next year’s tournament in North and Central America.
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