Portugal travel to Denmark for their latest Nations League fixture this evening, but they will be without Cristiano Ronaldo. The veteran forward left the international squad after not featuring in the 2-1 win over Norway last time out, releasing a statement in which he claimed he would reveal “the truth” about his exit.
Ronaldo absence leaves attacking void
Manager Jorge Jesus, believed to have had a rift with his captain, now lacks options up front, with the No7 so often the first-choice centre-forward. Former Wolves player Fabio Silva, now at Borussia Dortmund, is an option to come in, while AC Milan striker Goncalo Ramos is another with a strong record who could replace the talisman.
Ramos started up top with Joao Felix against Norway, and both were on the scoresheet as Erling Haaland and co. were downed in Oslo. They face a Denmark side fresh off a 2-0 victory against Wales, where a Ben Davies own goal and Gustav Isaksen’s strike handed them an easy three points.
Kick-off time and venue
Denmark vs Portugal is today, Thursday, October 1, 2026, with kick-off at 7.45pm BST. The game will take place at Parken in Copenhagen.
How to watch Denmark vs Portugal
UK viewers can watch the game on Prime Video UK, the UK broadcaster for Nations League matches that do not involve England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. Each game costs £2.49, and coverage begins around 10 minutes before kick-off.
