Denmark, seeking their first win under Brian Riemer, host Portugal in the UEFA Nations League quarter-final first leg at Parken Stadium on Thursday.
The Danes secured second place in their group but are yet to win under their new coach. Meanwhile, Portugal, aiming for a second Nations League title, dominated their group and are favorites to progress on paper at least.
🔴Denmark Seek a Historic Upset at Home| Home Win = 3.44💵
Denmark have been solid at home, losing just once in their last 15 matches, but their record against Portugal is worrying. They have won only three of their 16 meetings against the Selecaos, with the last victory coming in 2011.
With Riemer still searching for his first win, the hosts will need to be disciplined defensively while hoping their attack can outscore a deadly Portuguese attack.
🔵Portugal Target Another Nations League Semis| Away Win = 2.23💵
Portugal topped their group with four wins and two draws, finishing six points clear of their nearest rivals. They head into this game in strong form and boast an impressive record against Denmark.
Despite patchy away form, winning just two of their last six road games, Roberto Martinez’s men have the quality and experience to take control of the tie before the second leg in Lisbon.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
Denmark are without Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Mads Roerslev due to injury, while Kasper Dolberg and Alexander Bah also miss out. Christian Eriksen will be key in midfield, while Rasmus Hojlund is expected to lead the attack.
For Portugal, Cristiano Ronaldo is set for his 218th cap, with Rafael Leao and Bruno Fernandes providing attacking support. Ruben Dias and Diogo Dalot are expected to start in defense, while 17-year-old Geovany Quenda could make his senior debut.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.45💵
⚽Denmark have lost just once in their last 15 matches beating France and drawing England in that time. | Specials Market: Over 2.5 & Yes = 2.31
⚽Portugal have beaten Demark in four (4) of their last five (5) encounters. | Specials Market: Away & Over 1.5 = 2.70
With Denmark aiming for an upset and Portugal looking to continue their dominance, Thursday’s encounter is set to be a fascinating battle.
You can check out the UEFA Nations League game, Denmark vs Portugal, here on MSport.
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