Simply looking to extend on their remarkable Nations League romp this weekend, Portugal will welcome Denmark to Braga on Saturday night.
With a stacked schedule from across the continent this weekend, there are plenty of attractive Nations League betting promotions available.
Ahead of Saturday’s League A battle from Braga, you can find all of the key Portugal vs Denmark H2H stats here.
Verdict: Bruno Fernandes over 0.5 shots on target
Best Odds: 2/5
Bookmaker: 1xBet
Portugal
Starting with the hosts, while Portugal might have watched their World Cup adventure come to a Round of 16 end following a close-fought 1-0 loss against newly-crowned champions Spain on July 6th, the European giants have come roaring back in a sensational fashion. Showing no signs of a hangover and already punching their knockout stage ticket, the Navigators are clearly relishing life under Jorge Jesus’ guidance. With their sights fixed on defending their Nations League crown, Portugal have won all of their opening four League A appearances by an aggregate score of 9-4 and they are simply looking to make another high-profile statement when they return to Braga this weekend. In fact, aside from their World Cup exit at the hands of La Roja over the summer, Jesus’ superstar squad are unbeaten in each of their other 13 appearances across all competitions – a run that stems back over the past 12 months.
Portugal Team News
Shockingly announcing his international retirement this month, this will be Portugal’s first squad without five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo. Shown a costly Nations League booking against Norway last month, Barcelona defender Joao Cancelo will miss out through suspension on Saturday night.
Despite enduring a public crisis with Premier League giants Manchester United, Bruno Fernandes will lead Portugal out in Braga. The likes of Bournemouth defender Antonio Silva and Tottenham midfielder Mateus Fernandes have received recalls to Jesus’ squad this month.
Denmark
As for the visitors, making an immediate return to winning ways last time out as they signed off September’s extended international break with a hard-fought 1-0 victory away at Wales, Denmark find themselves sat in the driving seat to follow Portugal to the knockoff stage. However, left disappointed back in March as they missed out on the chance to book a World Cup ticket, Brian Riemer’s camp are still searching for some recent stability. Getting their Nations League adventure underway with a rollercoaster 3-2 defeat against historic rivals Norway on September 24th, Saturday’s guests have failed to record consecutive victories across all competitions over the past 13 months. Likewise, facing a major challenge when they travel to Braga this weekend, Denmark will be concerned by their reverse showdown against the reigning Nations League champions. Hit with a dramatic 4-2 loss when they welcomed Portugal to Copenhagen on October 1st, Riemer’s side find themselves pencilled in as a major underdog here.
Denmark Team News
Returning from a muscle injury last month, Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has been included in Denmark’s squad this month and the former Tottenham star will lead out Riemer’s side in Braga. Making a permanent switch to Napoli over the summer, ex-Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund will lead the line here.
Despite enduring a public nightmare with Championship strugglers West Ham, Mads Hermansen will be hoping to keep his spot between the sticks. Likewise, despite failing to make a Premier League appearance since back on September 20th, Joachim Andersen should start at the heart of Denmark’s defence.
Portugal vs Denmark Key Factors to Consider
- When Portugal and Denmark met for their reverse Nations League showdown on October 1st, Saturday’s hosts claimed a thrilling 4-2 victory in Copenhagen.
- Portugal have won all of their opening four Nations League matchups by an aggregate score of 9-4.
- Despite their World Cup exit against Spain back in July, Portugal are unbeaten in each of their other 13 appearances across all competitions.
- Denmark have failed to register consecutive wins across all competitions over the past 13 months.
- The previous two Nations League showdowns between Portugal and Denmark have produced 13 goals at both ends of the pitch.
Conclusion
While Portugal might have already punched their knockout stage ticket, the reigning Nations League champions will be looking to make another high-profile statement here. Winning all of their opening four consecutive League A showdowns by an aggregate score of 9-4, Saturday’s hosts are riding a serious wave of momentum. Likewise, landing a thrilling 4-2 victory when they travelled to Copenhagen for their reverse Nations League battle on October 1st, neutrals will be hoping for another thriller this weekend.
Verdict: Bruno Fernandes over 0.5 shots on target
Best Odds: 2/5
Bookmaker: 1xBet
