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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
UEFA Nations League Final: Portugal vs Spain — Where to watch, predictions, and lineups
Spain and Portugal secured their places in the final with thrilling semifinal victories. Under the guidance of Roberto Martinez, Portugal shocked host nation Germany with a dramatic comeback, powered by goals from Francisco Conceição and Cristiano Ronaldo to clinch a 2-1 triumph. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A Showdown Rich in Form and Firepower Viewing Details: How and Where to Watch Date: Sunday, June 8 Time: 3:00 PM ET (12:30 AM IST) Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich Telecast: FS1 (USA) Live Streaming: FuboTV (free trial available) Odds and Betting Insights Portugal win: +270 Draw: +260 Spain win: -110 Past Encounters and Recent History Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Predicted Lineups Portugal: Spain: Key Player to Watch Final Prediction Prediction: Spain 3, Portugal 1 FAQs Who is playing in the UEFA Nations League Final on June 8, 2025? What's the final prediction for the match? European football fans will be treated to a high-stakes encounter as Portugal and Spain face off in the final of the UEFA Nations League at the Allianz Arena tonight. With both teams aiming to become the first to win the tournament twice, the clash promises drama, history, and elite and Portugal each booked their spots in the final through riveting semifinal performances. The Portuguese squad, under Roberto Martinez, stunned host nation Germany in a comeback led by Francisco Conceição and Cristiano Ronaldo , sealing a 2-1 win. On the other hand, Spain's route was even more electrifying as they overcame France FC in a pulsating 5-4 contest. France Soccer fans watched in awe as teenager Lamine Yamal delivered a breakout performance, countering a French surge with decisive playmaking. Despite a spirited fightback from the reigning European champions, spearheaded by Rayan Cherki, Spain held their Portugal brings the strength of veteran leadership in Ronaldo and midfield depth, Spain's current form and attacking flair give them the betting Bet: Lamine Yamal to score and Spain to win (+320) — After his display against France, the young winger could prove the difference once more, as per a report by CBS meetings between these Iberian giants have produced memorable results. Their 2018 World Cup showdown ended in a dramatic 3-3 draw. In the Nations League group stages, Spain snatched a late 1-0 win in Braga, ending an 88-year wait for a competitive win on Portuguese soil, thanks to Álvaro Costa; Joao Neves, Ruben Dias, Goncalo Inacio, Nuno Mendes; Vitinha, Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes; Francisco Conceição, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pedro NetoUnai Simon; Pedro Porro, Robin Le Normand, Dean Huijsen, Marc Cucurella; Martin Zubimendi, Mikel Merino, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal, Nico WilliamsCristiano Ronaldo remains central to Portugal's attacking ambitions. Despite nearing 40, his sharpness in front of goal was evident against Germany, taking seven shots and converting one. Spain will need to stay alert, as Portugal's play often funnels through both teams capable of scoring and countering, a high-tempo contest is expected. Spain's consistency, bolstered by youthful exuberance and solid midfield control, might give them the edge, as mentioned in a report by CBS updated with CBS Sports Golazo Network, offering free round-the-clock coverage of international football. Catch expert analysis, player interviews, and in-depth breakdowns across multiple shows including Morning Footy, Attacking Third, and Scoreline. Streaming is available via the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and Paramount+.The final is between Spain and Portugal, two powerhouse teams from the Iberian on current form, midfield dominance, and attacking flair, the prediction is:Spain 3, Portugal 1
Tom's Guide
a day ago
- Sport
- Tom's Guide
Portugal vs Spain live stream: How to watch UEFA Nations League 2025 final online
Sunday's Portugal vs Spain live stream sees the sides head to Munich for an Iberian Derby to decide the 2025 UEFA Nations League final. Here we explain how you can watch Portugal vs Spain in the 2025 Nations League final from anywhere with a VPN and potentially for FREE! The Portugal vs Spain live stream takes place on Sunday, June 8► Time: 3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. BST / 5 a.m. AEST (Mon.)• WATCH FREE — ITVX (U.K.) / RTP Play (Por.) / RTVE Play (Spa.)• U.S. — Fox Sports and via Sling TV or Fubo / Tubi (free)• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk free Both sides won their semi-finals by a single goal — just in very different circumstances. Portugal went a goal down to Germany, but hauled themselves ahead thanks to goals from Francisco Conceição and, who else, Cristiano Ronaldo. It was the 40-year-old's 137th international goal and gives him the chance to add a third winners' medal to an international career spanning over 20 years. Spain's topsy-turvy win against France was the kind of game that reminds you why you love this beautiful game. The bonkers nine-goal bonanza saw teenage sensation Lamine Yamal on the scoresheet twice, together with Nico Williams, Mikel Merino and Pedri. Spain are the holders of both of UEFA's major international tournaments having won the last Nations League and European Championships, and manager Luis de la Fuente will be confident of sealing three from three. Who will be the first repeat winners of the UEFA Nations League? Read on to find out how to watch Portugal vs Spain live streams wherever you are today — and for free. Several broadcasters around the world will show Nations League final 2025 live streams online for FREE. In the U.K. for example, it will be shown on the the free-to-use ITVX streaming platform. Broadcasters in both Portugal and Spain are streaming it free. In Portugal it's going out on RTP Play, while in Spain the game will be shown on RTVE Play. And it also appears that free streaming service Tubi will be showing this one in the U.S. But what if you're usually based in a country with free coverage but aren't at home for the Portugal vs Spain live stream? Perhaps, you're on holiday and don't want to spend money on a paid streaming service in a foreign country when you'd usually be able to watch for free at home. Don't worry — you can watch it via a VPN instead, and we'll show you how to do that below. Our favorite VPN service is NordVPN. Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the game on your usual subscription? You can still watch Portugal vs Spain live thanks to a VPN (Virtual Private Network). You can still watch Portugal vs Spain live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN — and you can find out why in our NordVPN review. There's a good reason you've heard of NordVPN. We specialize in testing and reviewing VPN services and NordVPN is the one we rate best. It's outstanding at unblocking streaming services, it's fast and it has top-level security features too. With over 7,000 servers, across 115+ countries, and at a great price too, it's easy to recommend. Get up to 70% off NordVPN with this deal Using a VPN is incredibly simple: 1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite. 2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're away from the U.K., and want to view your usual service, you'd select a U.K. server from the list. 3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to a service that's showing the soccer — such as ITVX in the U.K. — and watch Portugal vs Spain as normal. Soccer fans in the U.S. can watch Portugal vs Spain on FOX Sports or the FOX website with a valid login. If you've cut the cord and don't have access to FOX on cable, you have plenty of options. Our top pick is Sling TV: the Sling Blue package costs from just $46/month with a discounted first month. It comes with more than 40 channels including FOX (if you have a local Fox Network on Sling). Fubo is another option and is available to try with a 7-day free trial. The Pro Plan costs $85/month but gives you 200+ channels, including FOX, plus lots more for sports fans to enjoy. Alternatively, the 2025 Nations League final is also appearing in the content list for the free Tubi platform, which is available on laptops and has apps for smartphones and a multitude of other streaming devices. If you already use those services but aren't in the U.S. right now, you can watch Portugal vs Spain live streams by using a VPN such as NordVPN. If you live in the U.K., you can watch Portugal vs Spain for FREE because the Nations League final will be broadcast on ITV1. That means you can also live stream it for free on ITVX online. It's available on web browsers, smartphone apps and a multitude of streaming devices and games consoles. You won't be able to access your ITVX stream of the game if you're abroad — unless, that is, you use a tool like NordVPN. Canadians can watch Portugal vs Spain on sports streaming specialist DAZN. Signing up means you'll be able to catch up with all the action from the upcoming Club World Cup as well. DAZN's flexible monthly rolling plan costs £34.99/month, with your first month for $20. Commit to a whole year and you can pay $24.99/month with your first two for only $4.99 each. An annual plan remains the best value overall, costing $250. Canadians stuck abroad who still want to watch via DAZN can use a VPN such as NordVPN to make their streaming device believe it's back home in Canada. The Portugal vs Spain live stream is on Optus Sport in Australia, which has had the rights to all UEFA Nations League games in the current cycle. Optus can be accessed via a dedicated mobile or tablet app, and also on streaming devices such as Chromecast and Apple TV. It costs $24.99/month or an annual plan is $229, and it's cheaper if you're already an Optus customer. Not in Australia right now? You can simply use a VPN like NordVPN to watch all the action on your Optus account as if you were back home. Kiwis can access a Portugal vs Spain live stream via Sky Sport Now. This costs $29.99/day, $54.99/month or $549.99/year. For those looking to watch live on TV, this game will also be shown on Sky Sport 1 and via the Sky Sport Go app for subscribers. Not at home in New Zealand right now? You can still follow the game by using one of the best VPN services, such as NordVPN. We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example: 1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service). 2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad. We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.
CNN
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNN
Cristiano Ronaldo ends unwanted record after scoring winner for Portugal against Germany
There are not many things that Cristiano Ronaldo hasn't already done in his record-breaking career to date, but the 40-year-old ticked off yet another achievement on Wednesday. The striker scored the winner in Portugal's 2-1 victory against Germany in the UEFA Nations League semifinal, marking the first time Ronaldo has ever beaten Die Mannschaft. Ronaldo had lost all five times he previously played Germany and Portugal had not won this fixture in 25 years. As well as ending the unwanted record, the victory also sent Portugal through to the UEFA Nations League final on June 8 where it will face either defending champion Spain or France. In his 220th appearance for the national side, Ronaldo yet again proved the difference. Portugal had initially gone behind in the semifinal after Florian Wirtz headed Germany ahead in the 48th minute, before Francisco Conceição whipped in a brilliant equalizer just after the hour mark. The stage was then set for the five-time Ballon d'Or winner to score the winner just five minutes later, tapping into an open net after Nuno Mendes teed him up with a square pass. It was Ronaldo's 137th international goal for Portugal and the 937th of his career, extending the two records he already has. The last time Portugal beat Germany was back in Euro 2000, when Sérgio Conceição scored a hat-trick in a 3-0 win during the group stage. It was fitting, then, that his son Francisco scored in Wednesday's win, helping to end the long-running winless streak. 'We need to enjoy the victory. We won for the first time in a while against Germany,' Portugal manager Roberto Martínez said after the game, per Reuters. 'Tactically, we were exceptional and our commitment helped. It was a team victory. 'Now, we can recover and evaluate. We want another performance with personality in this shirt.' Despite his age and the fact he's been playing in Saudi Arabia for the last three seasons, Ronaldo has proven yet again that he has the ability to still perform at a high level. But where exactly he will play next season is currently up for debate. The Portuguese star raised questions about his future with a cryptic social media post last month. 'This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Thanks to all,' Ronaldo wrote with a picture of him in his Al Nassr kit. It comes as FIFA president Gianni Infantino recently suggested that Ronaldo may well play in this year's inaugural Club World Cup, suggesting a move away from Al Nassr which failed to qualify. His contract is set to expire at the end of this season leaving him free to sign with any club he chooses.
CNN
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNN
Cristiano Ronaldo ends unwanted record after scoring winner for Portugal against Germany
There are not many things that Cristiano Ronaldo hasn't already done in his record-breaking career to date, but the 40-year-old ticked off yet another achievement on Wednesday. The striker scored the winner in Portugal's 2-1 victory against Germany in the UEFA Nations League semifinal, marking the first time Ronaldo has ever beaten Die Mannschaft. Ronaldo had lost all five times he previously played Germany and Portugal had not won this fixture in 25 years. As well as ending the unwanted record, the victory also sent Portugal through to the UEFA Nations League final on June 8 where it will face either defending champion Spain or France. In his 220th appearance for the national side, Ronaldo yet again proved the difference. Portugal had initially gone behind in the semifinal after Florian Wirtz headed Germany ahead in the 48th minute, before Francisco Conceição whipped in a brilliant equalizer just after the hour mark. The stage was then set for the five-time Ballon d'Or winner to score the winner just five minutes later, tapping into an open net after Nuno Mendes teed him up with a square pass. It was Ronaldo's 137th international goal for Portugal and the 937th of his career, extending the two records he already has. The last time Portugal beat Germany was back in Euro 2000, when Sérgio Conceição scored a hat-trick in a 3-0 win during the group stage. It was fitting, then, that his son Francisco scored in Wednesday's win, helping to end the long-running winless streak. 'We need to enjoy the victory. We won for the first time in a while against Germany,' Portugal manager Roberto Martínez said after the game, per Reuters. 'Tactically, we were exceptional and our commitment helped. It was a team victory. 'Now, we can recover and evaluate. We want another performance with personality in this shirt.' Despite his age and the fact he's been playing in Saudi Arabia for the last three seasons, Ronaldo has proven yet again that he has the ability to still perform at a high level. But where exactly he will play next season is currently up for debate. The Portuguese star raised questions about his future with a cryptic social media post last month. 'This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Thanks to all,' Ronaldo wrote with a picture of him in his Al Nassr kit. It comes as FIFA president Gianni Infantino recently suggested that Ronaldo may well play in this year's inaugural Club World Cup, suggesting a move away from Al Nassr which failed to qualify. His contract is set to expire at the end of this season leaving him free to sign with any club he chooses.
CNN
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNN
Cristiano Ronaldo ends unwanted record after scoring winner for Portugal against Germany
There are not many things that Cristiano Ronaldo hasn't already done in his record-breaking career to date, but the 40-year-old ticked off yet another achievement on Wednesday. The striker scored the winner in Portugal's 2-1 victory against Germany in the UEFA Nations League semifinal, marking the first time Ronaldo has ever beaten Die Mannschaft. Ronaldo had lost all five times he previously played Germany and Portugal had not won this fixture in 25 years. As well as ending the unwanted record, the victory also sent Portugal through to the UEFA Nations League final on June 8 where it will face either defending champion Spain or France. In his 220th appearance for the national side, Ronaldo yet again proved the difference. Portugal had initially gone behind in the semifinal after Florian Wirtz headed Germany ahead in the 48th minute, before Francisco Conceição whipped in a brilliant equalizer just after the hour mark. The stage was then set for the five-time Ballon d'Or winner to score the winner just five minutes later, tapping into an open net after Nuno Mendes teed him up with a square pass. It was Ronaldo's 137th international goal for Portugal and the 937th of his career, extending the two records he already has. The last time Portugal beat Germany was back in Euro 2000, when Sérgio Conceição scored a hat-trick in a 3-0 win during the group stage. It was fitting, then, that his son Francisco scored in Wednesday's win, helping to end the long-running winless streak. 'We need to enjoy the victory. We won for the first time in a while against Germany,' Portugal manager Roberto Martínez said after the game, per Reuters. 'Tactically, we were exceptional and our commitment helped. It was a team victory. 'Now, we can recover and evaluate. We want another performance with personality in this shirt.' Despite his age and the fact he's been playing in Saudi Arabia for the last three seasons, Ronaldo has proven yet again that he has the ability to still perform at a high level. But where exactly he will play next season is currently up for debate. The Portuguese star raised questions about his future with a cryptic social media post last month. 'This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Thanks to all,' Ronaldo wrote with a picture of him in his Al Nassr kit. It comes as FIFA president Gianni Infantino recently suggested that Ronaldo may well play in this year's inaugural Club World Cup, suggesting a move away from Al Nassr which failed to qualify. His contract is set to expire at the end of this season leaving him free to sign with any club he chooses.
