Match Details
- Fixture: Denmark vs Portugal
- Competition: International Friendly
- Date: March 20, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 20:45 CET
- Venue: Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark
Match Preview
Denmark and Portugal meet in a highly anticipated international friendly, as both teams prepare for the UEFA Euro 2025 qualifiers. Denmark, with their disciplined and structured approach to the game, will look to pose a challenge to Portugal's attacking trio of Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, and Rafael Leão.
This game brings to mind past UEFA European Championship encounters, in which Portugal has generally had the upper hand. Yet Denmark will be eager to demonstrate that they can hold their own against Europe's elite on home soil.
Team News & Expected Lineups
Denmark Team News
Manager Kasper Hjulmand will probably field a solid lineup, with playmaker Christian Eriksen controlling the tempo in midfield and Rasmus Højlund leading the attack. Denmark will rely on their rock-solid defense, marshaled by Simon Kjær and Joachim Andersen, to keep the Portuguese attack at bay.
Possible Lineup (4-3-3):
Schmeichel; Kristensen, Kjær, Andersen, Mæhle; Eriksen, Højbjerg, Delaney; Skov Olsen, Højlund, Damsgaard.
Portugal Team News
Portugal boasts a star-studded line-up, with Cristiano Ronaldo still leading the charge and youngsters João Félix and Vitinha being the newest additions. Coach Roberto Martínez will not be lacking in attacking players to choose from, with Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva running the show in midfield.
Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Costa; Cancelo, Dias, Pepe, Mendes; Palhinha, Vitinha; Bernardo Silva, Fernandes, Leão; Ronaldo.
Match Prediction & Key Players to Watch
- Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal): The veteran striker remains a goal threat at any moment.
- Christian Eriksen (Denmark): His creativity could be the deciding factor in opening up Portugal's defense.
- Rafael Leão (Portugal): His pace and dribbling ability could be a game-changer down the flank.
- Rasmus Højlund (Denmark): The Manchester United striker will be Denmark's attacking focal point.
Score Prediction:
Denmark 1-2 Portugal – Portugal's attacking depth will see them through, but Denmark's defensive solidity will make it a tight game.
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