Portugal beats Germany 2-1 at Allianz Arena on Wednesday courtesy of Cristiano Ronaldo’s winner to go to the UEFA Nations League final. Ronaldo’s 137th international goal sealed Portugal’s first win over Germany since 2000. Portugal will play in its second Nations League final after winning the first in 2019.
Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa’s crucial saves helped Germany dominate the goalless first half. Joshua Kimmich’s perfect ball set up Florian Wirtz to score Germany’s first goal in the 48th minute.
However, substitute Francisco Conceicao scored a stunner in the 63rd minute to tie the score for Portugal, and Ronaldo scored five minutes later after Nuno Mendes produced a wonderful ball.
The result was special for Conceicao because his father Sergio scored a hat-trick in 2000 at the European Championship when Portugal overcame Germany. Portugal coach Roberto Martinez said his team played well tactically.
“We should relish our first win against Germany in a long. The team won because of our tactic and devotion “Martinez added.
Recovery and evaluation are possible now. A personality-filled performance in this shirt is desired “added. Spain will play France in the second semi-final on Thursday to set up the Sunday showdown against Portugal.
