Portugal vs Denmark: Match Preview, Kickoff Time, Lineups and Team News
All eyes turn to the highly anticipated clash between Portugal vs Denmark in the UEFA Nations League at Estádio Municipal de Braga. Group supremacy is on the line as the hosts look to maintain their dominant run, making this a pivotal test of both sides’ sharpness and competitive readiness.
Cruising at the top of the group, Portugal arrive in commanding form and brimming with self-belief. Roberto Martínez’s squad has operated with ruthless efficiency, carving open opposition backlines while displaying an assertive tactical identity on home soil. A positive result here would solidify their commanding status and push them closer to securing their place in the next phase of the tournament.
Chasing right behind, Denmark travel with everything to fight for in their pursuit of the section leaders. The visitors have shown resilience through a testing schedule, yet they know taking points off this opponent requires absolute precision and discipline. A focused tactical performance will be essential if they hope to avenge their previous meeting and close the gap on the frontrunners.
In this report from 365Scores, we break down the kickoff time for Portugal vs Denmark, where to watch it, the predicted lineups for both sides, and the key tactical details ahead of the opening whistle.
When is Portugal vs Denmark in the UEFA Nations League?
Portugal vs Denmark kicks off on Saturday 14 November 2026 at 7:45 PM UK time, 2:45 PM ET, at Estádio Municipal de Braga.
Portugal and Denmark form and stats ahead of the match
Portugal enter the fixture boasting an impressive 80% win rate, finding the net regularly with an average of 1.8 goals scored per game, while both teams have scored in 60% of their recent outings. Denmark hold a 40% win rate across the same sample size, averaging 1.6 goals scored per contest. Matching the hosts defensively and offensively in terms of openness, the Danes also share a 60% both teams to score rate, indicating that chances could flow at both ends.
Portugal and Denmark standings in the UEFA Nations League
Portugal sit comfortably in 1st place with 12 points from 4 matches, having recorded four victories with 9 goals scored and 4 conceded. Denmark occupy 2nd place on 6 points, taking two wins and two defeats across their 4 games while scoring 7 goals and conceding 7.
Portugal predicted lineup vs Denmark
Portugal expected lineup in a 4-2-3-1 formation:
- Diogo Costa (Goalkeeper)
- Diogo Dalot (Right Back)
- Ruben Dias (Centre Back)
- Renato Veiga (Centre Back)
- Nazinho (Left Back)
- João Palhinha (Midfielder)
- Vitinha (Midfielder)
- Bernardo Silva (Attacking Midfield)
- Bruno Fernandes (Attacking Midfield)
- João Félix (Secondary striker)
- Gonçalo Ramos (Centre Forward)
Denmark predicted lineup vs Portugal
- Mads Hermansen (Goalkeeper)
- Rasmus Kristensen (Right Back)
- Joachim Andersen (Centre Back)
- Oliver Provstgaard (Centre Back)
- Joakim Maehle (Left Back)
- Morten Hjulmand (Midfielder)
- Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (Midfielder)
- Mads Bidstrup (Central Midfield)
- Gustav Isaksen (Right Forward)
- Mohammed Daramy (Left Forward)
- Rasmus Höjlund (Centre Forward)
Where to watch Portugal vs Denmark?
The match will be broadcast live on Sky Calcio 1.
Portugal and Denmark recent results
To gauge the current form of both sides, here are their most recent results across all competitions:
Portugal recent results
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2026 | Norway | Home | UEFA Nations League – League A – Group 4 | 2-1 (Win) |
| 01/10/2026 | Denmark | Away | UEFA Nations League – League A – Group 4 | 4-2 (Win) |
| 27/09/2026 | Norway | Away | UEFA Nations League – League A – Group 4 | 2-1 (Win) |
| 24/09/2026 | Wales | Home | UEFA Nations League – League A – Group 4 | 1-0 (Win) |
| 06/07/2026 | Spain | Home | World Cup – Round of 16 | 0-1 (Loss) |
Denmark recent results
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2026 | Wales | Away | UEFA Nations League – League A – Group 4 | 1-0 (Win) |
| 01/10/2026 | Portugal | Home | UEFA Nations League – League A – Group 4 | 2-4 (Loss) |
| 27/09/2026 | Wales | Home | UEFA Nations League – League A – Group 4 | 2-0 (Win) |
| 24/09/2026 | Norway | Away | UEFA Nations League – League A – Group 4 | 2-3 (Loss) |
| 03/06/2026 | DR Congo | Away | Friendly International | 0-0 Draw |
Portugal vs Denmark head to head record in all competitions
Across their historical encounters in all competitions, Portugal vs Denmark has been a matchup heavily dominated by the Seleção das Quinas. In 17 total meetings, Portugal have claimed 12 victories, Denmark have won 3 times, and 2 matches have ended in draws.
| Total meetings | Portugal wins | Denmark wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 12 | 3 | 2 |
