In the early hours of September 28, 2026, Portugal triumphed over Norway with a score of 2-1 in the Nations League, even without their star player Cristiano Ronaldo. This victory marks Portugal's second win in the tournament, allowing them to retain the top spot in their group.

The match began with Portugal taking control early on. In the 17th minute, Nuno Mendes showcased his skills by dribbling past three Norwegian defenders before passing to Joao Felix, who skillfully finished to open the scoring for Portugal.

Norway responded quickly, pushing forward in search of an equalizer. Heggem nearly leveled the match from a set-piece, and Erling Haaland had a clear chance shortly after, but Ruben Dias made a crucial tackle just in time to deny him.

As the game progressed, Norway continued to press, utilizing their wings effectively through players like Andreas Schjelderup and Antonio Nusa. However, Portugal also had opportunities to extend their lead, with Conceicao coming close to scoring.

The second half saw the match open up further. In the 51st minute, Haaland finally found the back of the net, volleying in after a blocked shot from Patrick Berg. Unfortunately for Norway, their joy was short-lived. Just three minutes later, a mistake by goalkeeper Orjan Nyland allowed Goncalo Ramos to capitalize, putting Portugal back in the lead at 2-1.

Ramos almost scored again shortly after, but his second goal was ruled out for offside. Norway pressed hard in the final minutes, with Schjelderup having a good chance, but Diogo Costa's impressive save preserved Portugal's lead.

Ultimately, Portugal secured all three points, showcasing their strength even in Ronaldo's absence. This match further solidifies their position at the top of the group in the Nations League.

Other Nations League Results:

• Germany 0-1 Greece
• Serbia 1-2 Netherlands
• Denmark 2-0 Wales