Cristiano Ronaldo continues to make headlines as he scored his 133rd international goal in Portugal’s 3-1 victory over Poland in the Nations League. This win keeps Portugal at the top of Group A1 with nine points from three games. Ronaldo’s goal came in the 37th minute after Rafael Leão’s shot hit the post, making it 2-0 following Bernardo Silva’s opener in the 26th minute.
Portugal coach Roberto MartÃnez replaced Ronaldo with Diogo Jota in the second half, showing confidence in his team’s ability to maintain control of the game. Midfielder Piotr Zielinski managed to halve the deficit for Poland, but an own goal from Jan Bednarek sealed the victory for Portugal with two minutes left on the clock.
In another match, Spain secured a late 1-0 victory over Denmark with a goal from midfielder MartÃn Zubimendi. Zubimendi, who replaced the injured Rodri, scored a powerful volley in the 79th minute to give Spain the win. Despite missing key players like Nico Williams and Dani Olmo, Spain showed resilience and determination to come out on top in Group A4 with seven points from three games.
Elsewhere in the Nations League, Kosovo claimed a 2-1 victory against Lithuania, while Romania defeated Cyprus 3-0. Northern Ireland played to a goalless draw against Belarus, and Bulgaria was held to a 0-0 draw at home by Luxembourg.
These results highlight the competitive nature of the Nations League, with teams showcasing their talent and determination to secure victories. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more thrilling matches and standout performances from top players like Cristiano Ronaldo and MartÃn Zubimendi. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and results from the Nations League by subscribing to our newsletter for the latest news delivered straight to your inbox.
