Denmark vs Portugal: Tips, Odds, and Match Preview

Parken Stadium will be the centre of attention when Denmark and Portugal take on each other in the first leg of the Nations League quarter-finals.

The Danes aim to put an end to their four-game winless run in all competitions, but they will have a big fish to fry in Thursday’s showdown. Brian Riemer’s men played out a goalless draw with Serbia in their last group game, but they were more than fortunate not to suffer a loss at Stadion Dubočica.

On the other hand, A Seleção, captained by Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, are seen as big favourites to win this double-header. Roberto Martinez’s men are on a six-game unbeaten run and are full of confidence ahead of the trip to Copenhagen.

Danes Far from Impressive in Group Stages

Despite recording only two wins and finishing second in the group stages, Denmark set up a meeting with Portugal in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals. The Danes have failed to win the previous four games and, as a result, the bookies see them as the underdogs in Thursday’s encounter.

Denmark national team have been playing things tight, toothless up front and solid at the back. They have scored 3 and conceded 4 in their four matches, and I’m inclined to believe that the game against Portugal won’t be that much different. Particularly with Hojbjerg out in the middle of the park.

Denmark Injury & Suspension News

Man United player Patrick Dorgu has received a call-up, while both Kasper Dolberg and Yussuf Poulsen have been ruled out with injuries. More importantly, the team captain and Marseille skipper, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, has been sidelined with a foot injury and is set to miss both legs. At least Joachim Andersen is back from suspension.

A Seleção Eyeing Their Second Nations League Trophy

Back in 2019, Portugal did well to beat Netherlands 1-0 in the final, with the team winning the first-ever edition of the UEFA Nations League.

A year later, A Seleção want to repeat the success. In their way is Denmark, whom they’ve beaten in their last three games, including one away.

Sure, Portugal shared the spoils with Croatia in their last Nations League fixture, but it has to be noted that Roberto Martinez rested several first-team regulars that time out. The former Belgium head coach is widely expected to field the best possible side against Denmark.

Portugal Injury & Suspension News

And the best possible side includes having Rúben Dias and Rúben Neves, who both missed the Croatia game due to injuries and are in contention for Denmark. Likewise, Martinez will have Gonçalo Ramos, Diogo Jota, and Gonçalo Inácio all back in action after their respective injuries.

Denmark vs Portugal Prediction

Their last meeting in a competitive match, at EURO 2015, ended with a 1-0 Portugal win. Considering that Roberto Martinez can count on key players for Thursday’s clash, we predict that history is going to repeat. Bruno Fernandes scored a stunner in Manchester United’s draw with Arsenal and the former Sporting Lisbon captain is 4.60 at Stake to find the net against Denmark.

CryptoGamba tip: Portugal to win – 2.18 @Ybets