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The Irish Sun
12-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
What TV channel is Ireland vs Portugal on? Stream, kick-off time and odds for final summer Test
IRELAND interim boss Paul O'Connel's side face Portugal in Lisbon for their final summer Test. Following up from last week's 2 Craig Casey was named captain in the absence of the injured Caelan Doris 2 The Ireland forwards coach is filling in for Andy Farrell as interim head coach Ireland and Portugal have never faced each other in a Test rugby game before. Os Lobos were back to back runners-up in the Europe International Championships in 2023 and 2024 behind Georgia who have won 12 of the last 13 competitions. An O'Connell's team will be hoping to back up the good team performance against Georgia and get another positive result. Read more on Irish sport Here is everything you need to know before watching the game: WHAT TIME IS KICK-OFF? The match kicks-off at 7pm Irish time on Saturday July 12 in the Estádio Nacional do Jamor, Lisbon. WHAT TV CHANNEL IS IRELAND VS PORTUGAL ON? The Test is being shown live on Virgin Media One with coverage starting at 6:30pm for the 7pm kick-off. It will also be available to stream live for free on the Most read in Rugby Union WHAT ARE THE ODDS? Despite losing key players to the Lions tour in Australia and handing out three debuts, Ireland are the extremely heavy favourites at 1/41 to win the match. A Portugal home win is set at 50/1 and the odds of a draw are 200/1 with the handicap being set at 36 points in favour of O'Connell's side. Craig Casey shares hilarious 'fear' weighing on him before captaining Ireland for first time vs Georgia WHAT HAS BEEN SAID IN THE BUILD-UP? O'Connell was The Leinster centre was due to start but will now be replaced by Connacht's Hugh Gavin to make his Ireland debut. He is joined by two other debutants as club teammate Shayne Bolton and Munster's Alex Kendellen have been selected to start the Test. One of last week's five debutants Tom Aherne earns his first start for Ireland replacing Cormac Izuchukwu to partner Darragh Murray. Captain O'Connell said: 'It's a very important position, out-half, more important than it's ever been. "This is an opportunity for Jack to own the week, run it and get after it. The two of them are quite supportive of each other. 'It's another opportunity to give Jack more experience. Sam was excellent last week.'
The Sun
03-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Jota death to be marked by minute's silence at Portugal Women's Euro 2025 game
PORTUGAL players were heartbroken ahead of their Women's Euro 2025 game against Spain on Thursday where a minute's silence will be observed following the death of Portuguese national men's team striker Diogo Jota in a car accident. 'One of our own,' Portugal forward Jessica Silva posted on Instagram. 'Diogo wasn't just a star. It was the good, the faithful, the attentive, the simple ... of those who don't need noise to mark their presence! 'Football has gone poorer ... and so are we. You will never be forgotten.' UEFA announced that a moment of silence will be observed at all of Thursday and Friday's Women's Euro 2025 matches 'in memory of Portugal international and Liverpool FC forward Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva who tragically passed away today,' European soccer's governing body said on Thursday. The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) said in a statement on Thursday that it had requested a minute's silence before the game against Spain. Hours before kick-off, virtually every player on the Portugal women's squad had posted photos of Jota on social media, many with broken heart emojis. Veteran defender Ana Borges, who is the most capped player in the women's national team's history, wrote 'Descansem em paz' -- rest in peace -- under a photo of both brothers. Pedro Proenca, President of the FPF, gave a brief statement at the women's team base camp in Bern, saying that 28-year-old Jota was 'Much more than a fantastic player. 'With almost 50 appearances for the National A Team, Diogo Jota was an extraordinary person, respected by all his teammates and opponents, someone with a contagious joy and a reference in his own community,' Proenca said.
Observer
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Portugal beat Spain to win Nations League
MUNICH, Germany: Ruben Neves scored the decisive spot kick after Alvaro Morata missed as Portugal beat Spain 5-3 on penalties following a 2-2 draw in Munich on Sunday to claim their second Nations League title. Portugal twice went behind in regulation time but twice fought back to level the scores. "Our fighting spirit and togetherness were decisive today," Bruno Fernandes, who converted his penalty, said. "When we stay together like this, we're very difficult to beat." After 21 minutes, Martin Zubimendi took advantage of some sleepy Portugal defence to put Spain in front. The brilliant Nuno Mendes levelled things up five minutes later. Mikel Oyarzabal, Spain's goalscorer in the Euro 2024 final and the 2023 Nations League final, put La Roja back in front just before the break. Cristiano Ronaldo, quiet as he had been before scoring the winner against Germany in the semis, equalised with 61 minutes gone, adjusting quickly after a Mendes cross was deflected into the air, muscling past Marc Cucurella and volleying the dropping ball home. Ronaldo was subbed off before full-time with cramp. Even though Portugal had the better of extra time, the match went to penalties. Both sides converted their first three spot kicks. Mendes buried Portugal's fourth, before Morata stepped up and shot straight at Diogo Costa. Cristiano Ronaldo lifts the trophy as he celebrates with teammates. — Reuters Neves nervelessly converted in front of the red and green of the Portugal fans. On the sidelines, Ronaldo could not watch the final penalty, burying his face in a teammate's back. Once Neves converted, the Portugal veteran fell to his knees and was embraced by players and staff. The victory was just Portugal's second competitive win over Iberian rival Spain in their long history. Portugal's only other win over Spain in a competitive fixture was a 1-0 victory which booted the Spaniards out of Euro 2004, with a 19-year-old Ronaldo on the left wing. Portugal became the first two-time winner of the Nations League, launched in 2018. It was Portugal's third major title, along with Euro 2016. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said the match was "equal". "We did a lot well, but in football sometimes things happen and the opponent is able to beat you," he said. Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo lifts the trophy as he celebrates with teammates. — Reuters PORTUGAL EQUALISE TWICE While Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal's fluid movement troubled the Portugese defence early in the match, La Roja's opener was scrappy. Yamal chipped from outside the box and the Portugal defence froze, botching a clearance which fell to Zubimendi, who leathered the ball into the net. The goal was just rewards for Spain's early dominance, but Portugal hit back almost immediately. Mendes, put through by Pedro Neto, drilled a low shot across the goal and in. Just before halftime, Spain picked Portugal's pocket in their own half before advancing. Pedri linked with Oyarzabal, who threaded the ball past Diogo Costa. Oyarzabal's goal meant he has scored in three international finals — against England at Euro 2024, which Spain won, and the 2023 and 2025 Nations Leagues, which Spain lost. Ronaldo had done little other than encourage the heavily Portuguese crowd until that point but would pick his moment to strike. With 61 minutes gone, Mendes shed a defender and whipped in a cross. The ball took a deflection and Ronaldo outmuscled Cucurella before lashing a volley home. The goal was Ronaldo's fourth in 10 matches against Spain. The previous three all coming in a wild 3-3 draw at the 2018 World Cup. Limping in the dying stages of regulation time, Ronaldo fell to the turf with three minutes left and signalled to the bench that his night was over. Spain may have been confident when the match went to extra time, having won on penalties in 2023, but Portugal were faultless, Neves stepping up and converting to send his teammates, including a hobbled Ronaldo, streaming onto the pitch. — Reuters
The Irish Sun
09-06-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Nations League final marred by tragedy as spectator dies during Portugal win over Spain
PORTUGAL's Nations League victory over Spain was marred as a fan died at the match. Tragedy struck as a fan fell from the second tier of the main stand into the seating area below Advertisement 6 A supporter died after a fall at the Nations League final Credit: Getty 6 They fell from the second tier in the main stand Credit: Getty Medical staff immediately responded to the fan but were unable to save them. Uefa confirmed that the supporter sadly passed away after the incident at the Allianz Arena. A statement read: "There was a medical emergency at the Munich arena, and despite the best efforts of the medical team, the person sadly passed away at 00:06 (CET). "Our thoughts are with their loved ones at this difficult time." Advertisement READ MORE ON FOOTBALL The sad news of the death reached the teams as Despite suffering defeat on the pitch, he sent his sympathies to the family. He said: "I want to express my condolences to the family of a fan who has died. "That has made us realise what is important in life." Advertisement Most read in Football 6 Luis de la Fuente sent his condolences Credit: EPA 6 Nuno Mendes said the death 'casts a pall' over the win Credit: Getty 6 Roberto Martinez called the incident 'extremely sad news' Credit: Getty Man of the match Nuno Mendes also spoke about the tragedy when he was interviewed. Advertisement The He added: "I would like to express my condolences to the family of the fan who died. "It casts a pall on our victory today." While manager Advertisement Portugal came out as the winners in Germany after a penalty shootout. Martin Zubimendi netted the opener for Spain before Mendes equalised. Spain retook the lead in the 45th minute through Mikel Oyarzabal, only to be pegged back again as Cristiano Ronaldo levelled the match. Alvaro Morata missed the crucial penalty in the shootout, which allowed Ruben Neves to fire his side to glory. Advertisement 6
Eyewitness News
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Eyewitness News
Portugal beat Spain on penalties to win Nations League
MUNICH - Ruben Neves scored the decisive spot kick after Alvaro Morata missed as Portugal beat Spain 5-3 on penalties following a 2-2 draw in Munich on Sunday to claim their second Nations League title. Portugal twice went behind in regulation time but twice fought back to level the scores. "Our fighting spirit and togetherness were decisive today," Bruno Fernandes, who converted his penalty, told RTL. "When we stay together like this, we're very difficult to beat." After 21 minutes, Martin Zubimendi took advantage of some sleepy Portugal defence to put Spain in front. The brilliant Nuno Mendes levelled things up five minutes later. Mikel Oyarzabal, Spain's goalscorer in the Euro 2024 final and the 2023 Nations League final, put La Roja back in front just before the break. Cristiano Ronaldo, quiet as he had been before scoring the winner against Germany in the semis, equalised with 61 minutes gone, adjusting quickly after a Mendes cross was deflected into the air, muscling past Marc Cucurella and volleying the dropping ball home. Ronaldo was subbed off before full-time with cramp. Even though Portugal had the better of extra time, the match went to penalties. Both sides converted their first three spot kicks. Mendes buried Portugal's fourth, before Morata stepped up and shot straight at Diogo Costa. Neves nervelessly converted in front of the red and green of the Portugal fans. On the sidelines, Ronaldo could not watch the final penalty, burying his face in a teammate's back. Once Neves converted, the Portugal veteran fell to his knees and was embraced by players and staff. The victory was just Portugal's second competitive win over Iberian rival Spain in their long history. Portugal's only other win over Spain in a competitive fixture was a 1-0 victory which booted the Spaniards out of Euro 2004, with a 19-year-old Ronaldo on the left wing. Portugal became the first two-time winner of the Nations League, launched in 2018. It was Portugal's third major title, along with Euro 2016. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said the match was "equal". "We did a lot well, but in football sometimes things happen, and the opponent is able to beat you," he said. PORTUGAL EQUALISE TWICE While Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal's fluid movement troubled the Portugese defence early in the match, La Roja's opener was scrappy. Yamal chipped from outside the box and the Portugal defence froze, botching a clearance which fell to Zubimendi, who leathered the ball into the net. The goal was just rewards for Spain's early dominance, but Portugal hit back almost immediately. Mendes, put through by Pedro Neto, drilled a low shot across the goal and in. Just before halftime, Spain picked Portugal's pocket in their own half before advancing. Pedri linked with Oyarzabal, who threaded the ball past Diogo Costa. Oyarzabal's goal meant he has scored in three international finals - against England at Euro 2024, which Spain won, and the 2023 and 2025 Nations Leagues, which Spain lost. Ronaldo had done little other than encourage the heavily Portuguese crowd until that point but would pick his moment to strike. With 61 minutes gone, Mendes shed a defender and whipped in a cross. The ball took a deflection and Ronaldo outmuscled Cucurella before lashing a volley home. The goal was Ronaldo's fourth in 10 matches against Spain. The previous three all coming in a wild 3-3 draw at the 2018 World Cup. Limping in the dying stages of regulation time, Ronaldo fell to the turf with three minutes left and signalled to the bench that his night was over. Spain may have been confident when the match went to extra time, having won on penalties in 2023, but Portugal were faultless, Neves stepping up and converting to send his teammates, including a hobbled Ronaldo, streaming onto the pitch.
