By Emeka Blast 
Allianz Arena Hosts Portugal’s Victory in 2025 UEFA Nations League Final
Portugal secured their second UEFA Nations League title on June 8, 2025, defeating Spain 5–3 in a penalty shootout after a 2–2 draw following extra time. The final, held at Munich’s Allianz Arena, marked the first Iberian derby in the competition’s history and featured two former winners of the Nations League.
Match Summary
- First Half: Spain took the lead in the 21st minute through Mikel Oyarzabal. Portugal equalized five minutes later with a goal from Nuno Mendes.
- Second Half: Spain regained the lead before halftime, but Portugal leveled the score in the 61st minute with a goal from Cristiano Ronaldo.
- Extra Time: The match remained tied, leading to a penalty shootout.
- Penalty Shootout: Portugal converted all five penalties, while Álvaro Morata’s miss for Spain proved decisive .
Key Players
- Cristiano Ronaldo: Scored Portugal’s equalizer and played a pivotal role throughout the match.
- Nuno Mendes: Named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance .
- Álvaro Morata: His missed penalty in the shootout was a turning point for Spain .
This victory not only secured Portugal’s second Nations League title but also solidified Cristiano Ronaldo’s enduring legacy in international football.
