Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal’s charge as the nation gears up for the 2025 UEFA Nations League finals. The legendary forward returns to the spotlight, bringing experience and firepower to a squad eager to make its mark.
The team’s lineup combines rising talents with seasoned veterans, all focused on clinching glory in this high-stakes tournament. Expectations run high as the team prepares to face Europe’s best, with CR7 at the heart of the action.
The finals will bring together the top national teams in a fierce competition for continental supremacy. Portugal finished first in Group A1, maintaining an undefeated record and in the playoff they eliminated Denmark.
Portugal announce star-studded squad with Ronaldo at the forefront
Coach Roberto Martínez has officially announced Portugal’s squad for the UEFA Nations League final four, marking the highly anticipated return of Cristiano Ronaldo to the national team.
After an impressive campaign where Portugal topped Group A1 unbeaten, El Bicho’s presence adds invaluable experience and leadership as the team prepares to compete on German soil.
Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal looks on during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A Group A1 match between Poland and Portugal at PGE Narodowy on October 12. (Source: Rafal Oleksiewicz/Getty Images)
Portugal secured first place in their group with four wins and two draws, showcasing consistent form throughout the competition. In the playoff, they overcame Denmark, a tough challenge that further boosted the team’s confidence ahead of the finals.
Now, all eyes turn to their semifinal clash against Germany on June 4th, where Ronaldo is expected to spearhead the team’s attack. The tournament’s final day will be on June 8th, with the championship match taking place in Munich and the third-place playoff in Stuttgart.
With him back in the squad, the national team aims to leverage his goal-scoring prowess and vast international experience to finally capture the Nations League title. His comeback not only inspires teammates but also signals Portugal’s serious intent to compete against Europe’s elite in this high-stakes event.
Portugal’s squad for 2025 UEFA Nations League
Goalkeepers
- Diogo Costa (FC Porto)
- Rui Silva (Sporting CP)
- José Sá (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
Defenders
- Diogo Dalot (Manchester United)
- Nelson Semedo (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
- Nuno Mendes (PSG)
- Nuno Tavares (SS Lazio)
- Gonçalo Inácio (Sporting CP)
- Ruben Dias (Manchester City)
- António Silva (SL Benfica)
- Renato Veiga (Juventus)
Midfielders
- Joao Palhinha (Bayern Munich)
- Ruben Neves (Al Hilal)
- Joao Neves (PSG)
- Vitinha (PSG)
- Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)
- Pedro Gonçalves (Sporting CP)
- Bernardo Silva (Manchester City)
- Joao Felix (AC Milan)
Forwards
- Francisco Trincao (Sporting CP)
- Francisco Conceição (Juventus)
- Pedro Neto (Chelsea FC)
- Rodrigo Mora (FC Porto)
- Rafael Leão (AC Milan)
- Diogo Jota (Liverpool FC)
- Gonçalo Ramos (PSG)
- Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
