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Denmark vs Portugal Match Summary
Competition | UEFA Nations League |
|---|---|
Match Date | Thursday 1 October 2026 |
Match Time | 19:45 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Copenhagen, Parken |
Denmark host Portugal at Parken in the Nations League on Thursday night, and the visitors arrive as the side to beat. Our Denmark vs Portugal prediction leans firmly towards the group leaders.
Denmark bounced back from an away defeat to Norway with a routine 2-0 win over Wales. The problem is the treatment room, with Andreas Christensen and Alexander Bah both sidelined.
Portugal have a perfect record in the group after a narrow home win over Wales and a 2-1 away victory against Norway. Jorge Jesus' side sit top and are playing like it.
History is on the visitors' side too. Portugal have won four of the previous meetings between these nations, while Denmark have won two. None of them ended in a draw.
Denmark vs Portugal Form
Denmark's group campaign has been a mixed bag. A 3-2 away defeat to Norway was followed by a routine home win over Wales at Parken, which ended a three-match winless run in international competition. Mikkel Damsgaard and Rasmus Højlund carry the attacking load, while Mohamed Daramy steps in for the injured Patrick Dorgu.
Portugal have been flawless, following a narrow home win over Wales with a 2-1 away victory against Norway. They sit top of the four-team group with Denmark second, and Vitinha and Ruben Neves give them a sturdy engine room. Cristiano Ronaldo leads the line, which is a direct threat to a weakened home defence.
Denmark vs Portugal Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Denmark: A. Christensen (Injured/out), J. Stage (Injured/out), W. Osula (Injured/out), K. Dolberg (Injured/out), P. Dorgu (Injured/out), A. Bah (Injured/out), A. Grønbæk (Injured/out)
Portugal: B. Fernandes (Injured/doubtful)
Denmark
Denmark are badly hit. Patrick Dorgu picked up an injury against Wales and misses out, while Albert Grønbæk and Alexander Bah are also unavailable for the visit of Portugal. Expect Mohamed Daramy to start in Dorgu's place, with Andreas Christensen among the others on the injury list.
Portugal
Bruno Fernandes missed the game against Norway with what was described as a "complicated problem" and is doubtful for Thursday. The better news is that Cristiano Ronaldo, Vitinha and Ruben Neves could all return to start against Denmark.
Denmark vs Portugal Predicted Lineup
Denmark
Formation: 4-3-3 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: F. Jörgensen; J. Mæhle, O. Provstgaard, J. Andersen, R. Kristensen; P. Højbjerg, M. Hjulmand, M. Daramy; M. Damsgaard, G. Isaksen, R. Højlund
Portugal
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: D. Costa; N. Mendes, R. Veiga, R. Dias, J. Cancelo; Vitinha, R. Neves; J. Félix, J. Neves, P. Neto; C. Ronaldo
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Denmark vs Portugal Key Stats & Match Facts
Portugal have won four of the previous meetings with Denmark. Denmark have won the other two, and none has finished level.
Portugal arrive with a 100% record in their Nations League group.
Portugal sit top of the four-team group, with Denmark second.
Denmark have seven players listed as injured, while Portugal's only doubt is Bruno Fernandes.
Ukrainian referee Mykola Balakin takes charge at Parken, with England's Stuart Attwell on VAR duty.
Denmark vs Portugal Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Denmark 1-2 Portugal. The Denmark vs Portugal betting odds price the visitors at 21/20 with AK Bets, and that looks fair for a side with a perfect group record taking on a back line without Christensen and Bah. Denmark have enough at home to find the net, so both teams scoring sits comfortably alongside a Portugal win.
Best Bets
Back Cristiano Ronaldo to score in the Anytime Goalscorer market. Ronaldo heads our Denmark vs Portugal best bets because he spearheads an in-form attack against a Denmark defence missing key starters. With Fernandes a doubt, even more of the scoring burden falls on the centre-forward.
Back Over 2 in the Total Goals 3-Way market. Portugal are scoring freely and Denmark's defensive absences leave them exposed, so a game with three or more goals fits our projected scoreline neatly.
Denmark vs Portugal Bet Builder
Our Denmark vs Portugal bet builder tips combine a Portugal win, Cristiano Ronaldo to score, both teams to score and Joao Palhinha to be carded, priced at 14/1 with Betway.
Portugal (Win Market): The group leaders have a perfect record and face a Denmark side with seven players on the injury list. They are the right side to be with.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Anytime Goalscorer): He remains the focal point of the Portuguese attack and the primary goal threat, and a patched-up Danish defence gives him plenty to aim at.
Both Teams To Score (Yes): Denmark have found the net in both group outings so far, while Portugal's attack is too strong to keep quiet for ninety minutes.
Joao Palhinha (To Be Shown A Card): He operates in central midfield, where competitive duels frequently lead to bookings, and a fixture with this much riding on it could get messy.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 14/1.
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Denmark vs Portugal Talking Points
The Denmark vs Portugal lineups tell the story here. Denmark's absentee list is a serious toll, and Mohamed Daramy coming in for Patrick Dorgu leaves them short of experience. Portugal have the Fernandes doubt to manage, but welcoming back Ronaldo, Vitinha and Ruben Neves more than softens that blow. Win in Copenhagen and Portugal tighten their grip at the top of the group. Lose, and Denmark draw level with them on points.
Denmark vs Portugal Predictions FAQs
When is the Denmark vs Portugal UEFA Nations League game?
The match kicks off on Thursday 1 October 2026 at 19:45 UK time.
Where is Denmark vs Portugal being played?
The match is being played at Parken in Copenhagen.
What competition is Denmark vs Portugal in?
Denmark vs Portugal is a fixture in the UEFA Nations League.
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