Portugal, missed out on winning the Euros, despite a brilliant qualifying campaign under manager Roberto Martinez. The Spaniard will hope for a consistent showing once again as his side takes on Croatia in the Nations League group stage match against Croatia. The 2016 Euro winners lost out to eventual champions Spain on penalties but they will feel there were plenty of positives to take from the campaign. Portugal won the Nations League once back in 2019 and a similar performance cannot be ruled out by a squad that has a good mix of young and experienced players. Opponents Croatia will be under the management of long-term head coach Zlatko Dalic and he knows there is an aura of stability around them. Cristiano Ronaldo Reacts After Joining Forces With Portugal Players Ahead of UEFA Nations League 2024–25, Says 'Ready for…' (See Post).
Cristiano Ronaldo has once again been called up by manager Roberto Martinez and this has surprised many fans. The Portuguese skipper is also likely to lead the attack with Rafael Leao and Bruno Fernandes for company in the final third. Pepe has retired and it will be Ruben Dias as the chief defender in their backline. The impressive Palhinha gets the nod in central midfield.
Luka Modric is still around for Croatia with the Real Madrid midfield also getting a start this evening. Lovro Majer, Martin Erlic, and Josip Stanisic miss out for the Croats due to injury. Josko Gvardiol is the star man for the team in defence and he can try and help the team in midfield as well by pushing up.
When is Portugal vs Croatia, UEFA Nations League 2024-25 Match? Know Date, Time and Venue
The Portugal National Football Team takes on the Croatia National Football Team in the UEFA Nations League 2024-25 tournament on Friday, August 6. The Portugal vs Croatia, UEFA Nations League 2024-25 football match will be played at the Red Star Stadium in Serbia and it starts at 00:15 AM IST (Indian Standard Time). Cole Palmer, Phil Foden and Ollie Watkins Withdraw From England's Squad Ahead of UEFA Nations League 2024–25.
Where to Get Portugal vs Croatia, UEFA Nations League 2024-25 Match Live Telecast?
Sony Sports Network has broadcasting rights to the UEFA Nationals League 2024-25 tournament. Portugal vs Croatia, UEFA Nations League 2024-25, live telecast viewing option is available on the Sony Ten channels in India. For the Portugal vs Croatia, UEFA Nations League 2024 Match online viewing option, read below.
How to Watch Portugal vs Croatia, UEFA Nations League 2024-25 Match Live Streaming Online?
Sony LIV, the official OTT platform of the Sony Network, will provide live streaming online of the UEFA Nations League 2024-25. Fans looking for Portugal National Football Team vs Croatia National Football Team live streaming can watch the same on the SonyLIV app and website. This will be a game of few chances with Portugal winning by a solitary goal.
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