Denmark v Portugal preview: UEFA Nations League group match at Parken on October 1
Denmark will host Portugal at Parken Stadium on October 1 in their third group-stage fixture of the UEFA Nations League 2026-27, with both sides seeking to build on contrasting starts to the campaign.
Denmark began the group with a defeat to Erling Haaland’s Norway but rebounded with a 2-0 victory over Wales in their second match, a game the Red and Whites controlled and where they applied sustained pressure, according to the preview. Brian Riemer’s squad will attempt to replicate that performance at home, where they expect an advantage. Portugal have won their opening two games of the campaign, taking down Wales in the opener and Norway in the next match, and their title defence is described as going strong.
Selecao das Quinas have conceded one goal so far in the tournament and arrive under the management of Jorge Jesus, whose first selections included several changes to the squad, the preview notes. The piece adds that playing away presents a challenge for Portugal but says the quality within their squad gives them a slight edge heading into this meeting.
Gustav Isaksen, 25, was the lone goalscorer for Denmark against Wales and was particularly prominent on the right flank; the report says he will aim to replicate that influence to help the hosts. The article singles him out as Denmark’s key attacking performer from the Wales game.
Joao Felix is described as being in a positive run of form for Portugal, having scored in both of their opening fixtures; the preview identifies the forward as an Al Nassr player and praises his work rate in the final third. The piece also notes that Bruno Fernandes remains a doubt for Portugal due to fitness concerns.
Denmark will be without Albert Bronbaek and Patrick Dorgu after both sustained muscle injuries, the report states. The preview lists expected lineups as follows: Denmark — Jorgensen (GK); Kristensen, Andersen, Provstgaard, Maehle; Hjulmand, Hojberg; Isaksen, Damsgaard, Daramy; Hojlund. Portugal — Costa (GK); Cancelo, Dias, Veiga, Mendes; Palhina, Vitinha; Conceicao, Felix, Neto; Ronaldo.
The preview predicts an entertaining contest, reiterating that Denmark will try to exploit home advantage while Portugal are judged to hold a slight edge, and concludes that Jorge Jesus’s men are likely to come out on top and secure a win. Broadcast arrangements listed in the report are: India — Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV; Portugal — RÁDIO E TELEVISÃO DE PORTUGAL, Sport TV Portugal; USA — FOX Sports, FuboTV, ViX. For further updates the article directs readers to follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube or via the Khel Now Android and iOS apps and community channels on Whatsapp & Telegram.