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Italy vs France UEFA Nations League: Match Preview, Head to Head stats, Streaming Details, Injury Update and Possible Lineups

Read the full match preview, head-to-head stats, streaming details, team news and possible lineups of the Italy vs France UEFA Nations League 2024 match as the European powerhouses set to tussle against each other.

Nov 17, 2024, 2:42 AM3 min read

Italy vs France UEFA Nations League: Match Preview, Head to Head stats, Streaming Details, Injury Update and Possible Lineups

The stage is set for an epic showdown as Italy takes on France in what promises to be an exciting Nations League clash. With a storied history of rivalries and memorable encounters, both teams come into this match with high stakes.

Italy secured their spot in the Nations League knockout phase on Thursday night with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Belgium, thanks to Sandro Tonali’s early strike. The Azzurri’s fourth win in five matches came after overcoming a few nervy moments, extending their unbeaten run since their disappointing Euro 2024 exit.

Luciano Spalletti's men have shown remarkable improvement, previously defeating Israel twice and holding Belgium to a draw in Rome despite being reduced to 10 men for nearly an hour. The campaign began on a high in September when Italy bounced back from conceding in just 13 seconds to beat arch-rivals France at Parc des Princes.

Now through to the quarter-finals in March, Italy could secure top spot in Group 2 with a result on Sunday. They need to avoid a loss by two goals or more. Meanwhile, although France has also qualified for the next round, their November camp has been far from smooth.

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Match Details

Match: Italy vs France

Date: 17 November 2024

Time: 1:15 AM IST

Venue: San Siro Stadium, Milan, Italy

Streaming Details

Indian viewers can stream the game live on the SonyLIV app and website. The TV broadcast will be on Sony Sports Network channels.

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Head-to-Head Stats

Matches Played: 13

France wins: 7

Italy wins: 5

Draws: 1

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Team News and Injury Update

With qualification already secured, Italy may opt for some changes to their lineup, potentially rotating their attack. 

Italy's injury concerns include Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori, Torino midfielder Samuele Ricci, and long-term absentees Gianluca Scamacca and Giorgio Scalvini. Manuel Locatelli has been called up to replace Ricci and will compete with Nicolo Rovella for a midfield spot.

On the other hand, France will be without Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé, whose absence remains unexplained, as well as injured players Wesley Fofana, Ousmane Dembélé, Loïc Badé, and Aurélien Tchouaméni.

AC Milan duo Theo Hernandez and Mike Maignan are expected to start on familiar ground at San Siro. At the same time, Inter Milan's Marcus Thuram will contend with Randal Kolo Muani for the central striker role. Kingsley Coman, brought in to replace the injured Dembélé, is in the mix alongside Michael Olise and Bradley Barcola for starting spots in France's attacking lineup.

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Possible Starting XI

Italy's possible starting lineup: Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Buongiorno, Bastoni; Cambiaso, Frattesi, Locatelli, Tonali, Dimarco; Barella; Retegui

France possible starting lineup: Maignan; Kounde, Konate, Saliba, Hernandez; Kante, Rabiot; Olise, Zaire-Emery, Barcola; Thuram

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Arsenal vs Real Madrid UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Quater-final 1st leg Highlights: Declan Rice's stunning brace and Merino's goal hand Arsenal a 3-0 lead in the first-leg

Get the highlights of the Arsenal vs Real Madrid UEFA Champions League 2024-25 quarter-final 1st leg match at Emirates Stadium as Arsenal managed a 3-0 lead over the 15-time Champions.

Apr 8, 2025, 9:16 PM1 min read

Arsenal vs Real Madrid UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Quater-final 1st leg Highlights: Declan Rice's stunning brace and Merino's goal hand Arsenal a 3-0 lead in the first-leg | sportzpoint.com

Welcome to our live coverage of the Arsenal vs Real Madrid UEFA Champions League 2024-25 quarter-final 1st leg match at Emirates Stadium.

This is Koushik Biswas, who will bring you the buildup, head-to-head stats, team news and real-time updates of the all-important match from our web desk. 

Real Madrid qualified for the last eight after a controversial penalty shootout win over Atletico Madrid, after losing four games to their road to the round of 16. 

In the meantime, Arsenal thrashed PSV by 9-3 on aggregate to reach the quarter-finals. 

We have an exciting 90-minute game at hand. So, sit back and relax as we bring you all the updates from Sportz Point's web desk.

LIVE Updates

Apr 8, 2025, 7:04 PM

Final Score

Apr 8, 2025, 9:13 PM

Final Verdict

Declan Rice's second free-kick goal vs Real Madrid | sportzpoint.com

A perfect night for Arsenal. They are up and about from the word go. However, Real Madrid did show some glimpses of their best in the first half. 

But in the second half, Arsenal dominated Real Madrid like a minnow team from smaller leagues. 

Declan Rice, with two stunning free-kicks, has now become the first player to score multiple free-kicks in a single UCL knockout game.

Mikel Merino also scored a beautiful goal to give Arsenal the important cushion they were looking for. 

Camavinga received a red during the fag end of the match and he will miss the second leg. 

But is it all over? When the team is Real Madrid, the game is not over until it's over. 

Arsenal will head to Berenbeau as favourites, but don't count out Real Madrid yet.

And, yes, Arsenal are still unbeaten against Real Madrid in UCL.

This was Koushik Biswas, bringing you all the updates of the match. I hope you enjoyed the coverage. Good night and see you in the next game.

Apr 8, 2025, 9:07 PM

UNBEATEN

Apr 8, 2025, 8:56 PM

Full time | Arsenal 3-0 Real Madrid

Apr 8, 2025, 8:54 PM

90+5' | Second yellow card

That's the second yellow card for Camavinga. He gets the red. 

Apr 8, 2025, 8:54 PM

90+4' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Trossard.

Apr 8, 2025, 8:52 PM

90+2' | Change for Arsenal

In: Ben White

Out: Timber

Apr 8, 2025, 8:50 PM

90' | 4 minutes added

4 minutes added as injury time.

Apr 8, 2025, 8:50 PM

Apr 8, 2025, 8:49 PM

What a night for him!

Apr 8, 2025, 8:45 PM

85' | Change for Real

In: Brahim

Out: Rodrygo

Apr 8, 2025, 8:42 PM

80' | Change for Arsenal

In: Tierney

Out: Rice

Apr 8, 2025, 8:41 PM

79' | Change for Real Madrid

In: Garcia

Out: Alaba

Apr 8, 2025, 8:37 PM

75' | Merino scores the third | ARS 3-0 RMA

Arsenal vs Real Madrid: Mikel Merino's stunning goal - sportzpoint.com

Arsenal vs Real Madrid: Mikel Merino's stunning goal - sportzpoint.com

Arsenal are cooking now!

Mikel Merino sends in another side-footed curling shot from just the edge of the box, and Arsenal are cruising now. 

Arsenal 3-0 Real Madrid

Apr 8, 2025, 8:34 PM

74' | Change for Arsenal

In: Trossard

Out: Saka

Apr 8, 2025, 8:33 PM

71' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Camavinga. He will miss the second leg.

Apr 8, 2025, 8:33 PM

71' | Change for Real Madrid

In: Vazquez

Out: Modric

Apr 8, 2025, 8:32 PM

70' | UNBELIEABLE | ARS 2-0 RMA

Declan Rice's second free-kick goal vs Real Madrid | sportzpoint.com

Declan Rice's second free-kick goal vs Real Madrid | sportzpoint.com

Declan Rice's second free-kick goal vs Real Madrid | sportzpoint.com

HE DOES IT FOR THE SECOND TIME. 

Is it David Beckham in disguise? 

Declan Rice hits the top corner with another stunning, curling free-kick, and Arsenal extends their lead.

Arsenal 2-0 Real Madrid 

Apr 8, 2025, 8:29 PM

68' | Double save from Courtois

Incredible defending and save from Coutois. 

He first saved the shot from Martenelli, and David Alaba blocked the rebound shot. Merino then made another save from the second rebound ball. 

Arsenal should have scored here. 

Apr 8, 2025, 8:26 PM

66' | Asencio with an interception

Just about enough from Asencio to stop Rice from scoring his second. Partey with the through ball inside the box. 

Apr 8, 2025, 8:25 PM

For sure!

Apr 8, 2025, 8:22 PM

Who?

Apr 8, 2025, 8:20 PM

58' | GGOOOOOOAAAALLLLLLLLLL | ARS 1-0 RMA

Woooooowwwwwwwww!

Whaaaatttttttt a goooaaaallll!

It had to be a stunner to beat Courtois, and Declan Rice provided that. 

A curling free-kick from that Alaba foul. The ball came inside from outside the goal and defeated a fully stretched Courtois. 

Arsenal 1-0 Real Madrid

Declan Rice scores a stunning free-kick - Arsenal vs Real Madrid LIVE | sportzpoint.com

Declan Rice scores a stunning free-kick - Arsenal vs Real Madrid LIVE | sportzpoint.com

Declan Rice scores a stunning free-kick - Arsenal vs Real Madrid LIVE | sportzpoint.com

Apr 8, 2025, 8:17 PM

56' | Saka again gets the better of Alaba

Saka received the ball on the left and kept on drifting inside before a frustrated Alaba fouled him. 

Apr 8, 2025, 8:14 PM

54' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Partey for a foul on Camavinga. Not sure if he knows anything about the collision. 

Apr 8, 2025, 8:11 PM

51' | Mbappe hits the side net

Kylian Mbappe hit the side net in the second half vs Arsenal | sportzpoint.com

Jude Bellingham with another clever pass to find Mbappe inside the box.

But after a poor first touch, Mbappe made it tougher for himself to find the angle from left.

His effort hit the side net. 

Apr 8, 2025, 8:10 PM

Apr 8, 2025, 8:05 PM

46' | Second half starts

Rodrygo in action - Arsenal vs Real Madrid LIVE - sportzpoint.com

Arsenal start the second half. 

No changes from either teams

Apr 8, 2025, 8:05 PM

The Real Hero

Apr 8, 2025, 7:50 PM

First-half | ARS 0-0 RMA

Arsenal vs Real Madrid UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Quater-final 1st leg LIVE Updates | No goals in first-half despite chances for both teams | sportzpoint.com

It is goalless at the end of the first half. 

But, the game was fascinating with Real Madrid and Arsenal looking threatening throughout the 45 minutes. 

Saka created a few chances for Arsenal, while Courtois made a few great saves. Mbappe had the best chance of the game so far but could not latch on.

Surely goals are coming in the second half. 

Stay tuned. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:47 PM

2 minutes added

2 minutes added as injury time in the first half.

Apr 8, 2025, 7:46 PM

44' | Double save from Courtois

Courtois keeps it level. 

He first saved Declan Rice's header from close range and then saved the rebound shot from Marteneli. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:45 PM

43' | Someone needs to tap in the Saka assist

Bukayo Saka presented a few oppurtunities for Arsenal - Arsenal vs Real Madrid LIVE

Apr 8, 2025, 7:42 PM

40' | Again!

Saka again got the better off Alaba and set another cross from right. 

However, this time, Marteneli was just ahead of the cross from Saka. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:39 PM

38' | Chance for Arsenal

Wooooowww..what a chance for Arsenal.

What a ball from Saka!

From the right, he was able to find the gap and send in a perfect cross for anyone from his team to tap in. 

Rice was not that far. But, a missed chance for the home side. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:38 PM

That was the chance Mbappe missed earlier!

Mbappe missed a chance

Apr 8, 2025, 7:36 PM

Once a Real Madrid wonderkid, now a Gunner

Martin Odegard - Arsenal vs Real Madrid UCL LIVE - sportzpoint.com

Martin Odegard, who burst onto the scene as a Real Madrid wonderkid, is now leading Arsenal against Real Madrid.

Apr 8, 2025, 7:32 PM

31' | Raya makes a save

That was a fabulous ball from Jude Bellingham. He found Kylian Mbappe making a quick run, alone, inside the box. 

However, Mbappe was not threatening enough to beat Raya. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:27 PM

Timber has already won five duels

Jurrien Timber in action against Jude Bellingham - Arsenal vs Real Madrid UEFA Champions League 2024-25 quarter-final LIVE | sportzpoint.com

Apr 8, 2025, 7:26 PM

24' | Mbappe is offside

Nearly for Kylian Mbappe. A dangerous ball from Vini, found Mbappe making a run inside the box. 

Countered by Timber and Partey, Mbappe went for a shot.

The shot went over the goal. However, Mbappe was already offside leading to the play. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:23 PM

21' | Vini goes wide

Vinicius Jr, again from the left, went for a right-footed shot. 

The curling shot did not curl enough to be on target. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:22 PM

Was that a handball?

Was that a handball? Arsenal vs Real Madrid LIVE | sportzpoint.com

During the earlier play, Rice's shot was blocked by Asencio. The block did hit the hand. A VAR check was done. But, no penalty was given.

Apr 8, 2025, 7:19 PM

The defending champions!

Real Madrid team vs Arsenal

Apr 8, 2025, 7:16 PM

13' | Save from Courtois

Martenelli made a good run on the left and his cross found Rice making an effort with a side volley. 

Ascencio blocked Rice's shot. 

Partey tried his luck in the rebound, but Courtois saved his shot.

Apr 8, 2025, 7:13 PM

Emirates is buzzing!

The atmosphere is just electric. 

Arsenal are having the upper hand with nearly five attacks already. In the meantime, Real Madrid looked threatening with counterattacks. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:12 PM

Youth!

Apr 8, 2025, 7:10 PM

9' | Vinicius is off-target

Vinicius Jr., from the left tries an ambitious shot. However, his shot went over the goal.

Apr 8, 2025, 7:09 PM

Old and Gold - Modric

Apr 8, 2025, 7:08 PM

French Royality

Apr 8, 2025, 7:06 PM

6' | Nearly an own goal

Nearly own goal from Camavinga. Corner for Arsenal. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:05 PM

4' | Save from Raya

A mistake from Saka led Vinicius Jr. to run away with the ball. Vinicius' effort, deflected away off Saliba, went straight to Raya. 

Apr 8, 2025, 7:03 PM

2' | Save from Raya

Easy save from Raya as Mbappe made an effort from outside the box.

Apr 8, 2025, 7:01 PM

1' | Kick-off

Apr 8, 2025, 6:33 PM

Arsenal lineup

Apr 8, 2025, 6:30 PM

Real Madrid lineup

Apr 8, 2025, 5:04 PM

Trouble for Vini, if he troubles

Vinicius Jr. will miss the second leg of the fixture, if he gets a yellow card tonight vs Arsenal | sportzpoint.com

Vinicius Jr. will miss the second leg of the fixture, if he gets a yellow card tonight vs Arsenal. 

Apr 8, 2025, 5:01 PM

Early team news: Real Madrid

Courtois: "We're alive in all three competitions and we want to go all the way"

Thibaut Courtois will be back after missing the last three games due to a knee injury. Lunin is injured, by the way.

Apr 8, 2025, 4:58 PM

Early team news: Arsenal

Raheem Sterling

Raheem Sterling is suspended for this match after picking up three yellow cards.

Apr 8, 2025, 4:55 PM

Previous meetings: Arsenal vs Real Madrid in Champions League

Previous meetings: Arsenal vs Real Madrid in Champions League | sportzpoint.com

Theirry Henry scored the only goal in meetings between these two clubs in UEFA Champions League. Henry scored in the first leg of round of 16 meet in 2005/06 Champions League, while the second leg was a goalless draw.

Apr 8, 2025, 4:52 PM

Head-to-head stats: Arsenal vs Real Madrid

Arsenal won: 1

Real Madrid won: 0

Draws: 1

Apr 8, 2025, 3:11 PM

Tonight's Venue | Emirates Stadium

Emirates Stadium - Arsenal vs Real Madrid, UCL 2024-25 | sportzpoint.com

Apr 8, 2025, 2:59 PM

How to watch the match?

Football fans from India can watch the Arsenal vs Real Madrid UCL 2024-25 Quarter-final first-leg match on Sony Sports Network Channel. 

Moreover, they can watch the match LIVE on Sony LIV app and website as well.

Apr 8, 2025, 2:58 PM

Match Details

Match: Arsenal vs Real Madrid - UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Quarter-Final First Leg

Date: 9 April 2025

Time: 12:30 AM IST

Venue: Emirates Stadium, London

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Every Real Madrid's Players wages in 2025

Explore how much money all Real Madrid players are making in 2025, featuring Los Blancos players like Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Junior and rising stars like Arda Guler, Endrick, and Raul Asencio.

Mar 30, 2025, 9:53 PM5 min read

Every Real Madrid's Players wages in 2025-sportzpoint.com

Real Madrid's president, Florentino Perez, is known for his brilliant business strategy during the transfer windows. In recent years, Los Blancos have built one of the most impressive and young squads in football. Players like Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappe, Thibaut Courtois, Fede Valverde, and Rodrygo are all playing for the team, there are not many sides in world football who can compete with them. 

Every Real Madrid's Players wages in 2025-sportzpoint.com
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As a result, Los Blancos have to pay for their talent and their wages are pretty handsome. Toni Kroos was the club's highest-paid player but decided to retire at the end of the 2023-24 season. After Kroos' retirement, the club brought in Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint-Germain, as of now Mbappe is the most earning player for the Los Blancos. 

So, let's take a look at how much money all Real Madrid players are making in 2025, featuring Los Blancos' stars like Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Junior and rising stars like Arda Guler, Endrick, and Raul Asencio.

Every Real Madrid's Players wages in 2025:

PLAYERS WAGES
Thibaut Courtois €248,249/week
Andrey Lunin €46,505/week
David Alaba €372,373/week
Antonio Rudiger €234,139/week
Eder Militao €234,139/week
Dani Carvajal €172,450/week
Ferland Mendy €172,450/week
Lucas Vasquez €155,238/week
Fran Garcia €86,225/week
Jesus Vallejo €28,914/week
Raul Asencio €13,493/week
Jude Bellingham €344,735/week
Federico Valverde €275,887/week
Aurelien Tchouameni €206,874/week
Dani Ceballos €172,450/week
Luka Modric €172,450/week
Kylian Mbappe €502,088/week
Vinicius Junior €344,735/week
Rodrygo €206,874/week
Brahim Diaz €120,649/week
Arda Guler €83,566/week
Endrick €66,845/week

Goalkeepers:

Every Real Madrid's Players wages in 2025-sportzpoint.com
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In goal, it should come as a surprise to no one that Thibaut Courtois is comfortably the highest earner in Real Madrid. The Belgian international joined Real Madrid in 2018 from Chelsea and has been a number-one choice since then. However, his injuries were never any doubt about his spot in the starting lineup, and his weekly wage reflects that. Courtois is currently earning at Real Madrid €248,249 per week.

Andrey Lunin is another goalkeeper currently in the first squad and he is currently earning at Real Madrid €46,505 per week. He is the only backup of Thibaut Courtois, so, first-team opportunities are not something he is expected to be presented with too often, but he stepped up brilliantly during Courtois' injury last season.

PLAYERS WAGES
Thibaut Courtois €248,249/week
Andrey Lunin €46,505/week

Defenders:

Every Real Madrid's Players wages in 2025-sportzpoint.com
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In terms of the highest-paid defenders at Real Madrid, David Alaba is currently earning at Real Madrid €372,373/week more than any other defenders in the squad. David Alaba's teammates Antonio Rudiger and Eder Militao both are currently earning at Real Madrid €234,139 per week.

Similarly, Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy both are currently earning at Real Madrid €172,450/week. Lucas Vasquez is currently earning at Real Madrid €155,238/week. Fran Garcia, Jesus Vallejo, and Raul Asencio, these three defenders are currently earning at Real Madrid €86,225/week, €28,914/week, and €13,493/week each. 

Every Real Madrid's Players wages in 2025-sportzpoint.com
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And, as the current reports, Liverpool's Trent Alexander Arnold has agreed on a deal to join Real Madrid on a free transfer in the summer and will be taking home €240,000 per week and this will make him the second-highest earning defender for Los Blancos and also, he will become highest-paid right back in the football world. 

PLAYERS WAGES
David Alaba €372,373/week
Antonio Rudiger €234,139/week
Eder Militao €234,139/week
Dani Carvajal €172,450/week
Ferland Mendy €172,450/week
Lucas Vasquez €155,238/week
Fran Garcia €86,225/week
Jesus Vallejo €28,914/week
Raul Asencio €13,493/week

Midfielders:

Every Real Madrid's Players wages in 2025-sportzpoint.com
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Jude Bellingham has been playing like the best midfielder in the world since his Real Madrid transfer in 2023 and he is currently earning at Real Madrid like the midfielder too. Jude is making €344,735 per week. Federico Valverde is currently earning at Real Madrid €275,887 per week. Aurelien Tchouameni is making over €200,000 per week as he is currently earning at Real Madrid €206,874 per week. 

The last two midfielders in the squad are tied, with Dani Ceballos and Luka Modric both are currently earning at Real Madrid €172,450 per week. The Croatian has accomplished some legendary things for Real Madrid, including winning the Ballon d'Or in 2018. 

PLAYERS WAGES
Jude Bellingham €344,735/week
Federico Valverde €275,887/week
Aurelien Tchouameni €206,874/week
Dani Ceballos €172,450/week
Luka Modric €172,450/week

Forwards:

Every Real Madrid's Players wages in 2025-sportzpoint.com
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Kylian Mbappe is far and away the highest earner for Los Blancos. Kylian Mbappe is currently earning at Real Madrid over half and million euros every single week. Some way behind him in second place among the forwards is Vinicius Junior. The Brazilian is currently earning at Real Madrid under €350,000 per week. 

Vinicius' fellow Brazilian Rodrygo is currently earning €206,874 per week at Real Madrid. And the remaining forwards, Brahim Diaz, Arda Guler, and Endrick, this three-forwards are currently making at Real Madrid €120,649, €83,566, and €66,845 per week each.

PLAYERS WAGES
Kylian Mbappe €502,088/week
Vinicius Junior €344,735/week
Rodrygo €206,874/week
Brahim Diaz €120,649/week
Arda Guler €83,566/week
Endrick €66,845/week

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Real Madrid stars could be banned before their intense clash against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League

Real Madrid stars like Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, and Antoine Rudiger could reportedly be banned for their UEFA Champions League clash against Arsenal. Read the full story in this article from Sportz Point.

Mar 27, 2025, 6:39 PM2 min read

Real Madrid stars could be banned before their intense clash against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League-sportzpoint.com
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UEFA has assigned an Ethics and disciplinary inspector to the actions of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Antonio Rudiger, and Dani Ceballos after Real Madrid's dramatic win in the penalty shoot-out over Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 match on March 12.

Real Madrid stars could be banned before their intense clash against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League-sportzpoint.com
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One of the incidents being examined is a gesture of Antonio Rudiger's cut-throat celebrations towards the Atletico Madrid's fan base. Meanwhile, some video footage is circulating on social media, showing that Mbappe is making a gesture of groin-squeezing during the triumph celebrations. If the investigations lead to charges and a guilty sentence, the players could face disciplinary actions in the form of suspension, fines, or both.

UEFA's Statement:

A UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector has been appointed to investigate allegations of indecent conduct by Real Madrid CF players (Antonio Rüdiger, Kylian Mbappé, Daniel Ceballos Fernández, and Vinicius Junior) during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 match between Club Atlético de Madrid and Real Madrid CF on 12 March 2025.

What would Real Madrid's planning be?

Real Madrid stars could be banned before their intense clash against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League-sportzpoint.com
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Real Madrid will eagerly await UEFA's final statement, as a ban for Vinicius, Rudiger, Ceballos, and Mbappe could significantly impact their preparations for the tie against Arteta. They will face the Gunners on April 8 in the Emirates Stadium, with the return fixture a week later in Santiago Bernabeu.

Previous Incidents:

Real Madrid stars could be banned before their intense clash against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League-sportzpoint.com
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An example of similar behavior in the past led to financial fines and suspensions, setting an example that could influence UEFA’s decision on the current case.  Last summer, during Euro 2024, England midfielder Jude Bellingham was fined 30,000 euros and handed a one-match suspended ban for a groin-squeezing gesture after scoring a late equalizer in England’s 2-1 win over Slovakia in the tournament’s Round of 16.

Another example occurred in 2019 when Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone received a 20,000 euro fine for a similar act after his team scored against Juventus in the UEFA Champions League.

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UEFA Nations League 2025 Semifinals: Everything you need to know about the fixtures

In this article, get to know everything about the fixtures, dates, and teams and everything you need to know about the UEFA Nations League Semifinals 2025.

Mar 24, 2025, 1:47 PM3 min read

UEFA Nations League 2025 Semifinals: Everything you need to know about the fixtures-sportzpoint.com

The UEFA Nations League Quarterfinals concluded on March 24 and four teams have secured their spot in the semifinals, Germany, Spain, Portugal, and France.

With the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League finals knocking at the door, let's take a look at the fixtures. 

UEFA Nations League Semifinals

1. France vs Spain

  • France eliminated Croatia after knocking them out in a penalty shootout (5-4) to secure their spot into the semis. Their match was tied 2-2 forcing them to move on penalties.
  • Spain had the last laugh as they knocked out the Netherlands after winning the penalty shootout 5-4. The game was tied too at 3-3 during the extra time.

Highlights

First leg: A late injury-minute equalizer from Mikel Merino helped Spain salvage a thrilling 2-2 draw against the Netherlands

Second Leg: Spain vs Netherlands UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-finals 2nd leg LIVE Updates: Spain goes to semis in penalty shootout

2. Portugal vs Germany

  • Germany was the only team to advance in regulation over the two legs against Italy. They defeated Italy on a 5-4 aggregate as they reached the semis.
  • Portugal got the better of Denmark as they defeated them 5-3 on aggregate with the help of Cristiano Ronaldo's 929th career goal and Fransico Trincao's late brace.

Highlights

Germany vs Italy

First Leg: Germany came from behind to beat Italy 2-1 at San Siro in the first leg of the UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-final

Second Leg: Germany vs Italy UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-Finals 2nd leg Highlights | Italy nets three in the second half to level the scoreline; Germany enters the semis after a breathtaking clash | FT GER 3-3 (AGG 5-4)

Portugal vs Denmark

First Leg: Denmark vs Portugal Highlights UEFA Nations League 2024-25 Quarterfinals Leg 1: Denmark clinched a victory over Portugal in the first leg thanks to Rasmus Hojlund's late goal | DEN 1-0 POR

Second Leg: Portugal vs Denmark Highlights UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter finals Second Leg: Trincao's brace helped Portugal to secure their spot in the Semifinals | POR 5-2 DEN (AGG. DEN 3-5 POR)

Broadcasting Details

Football fans from India can watch the UEFA Nations League 2025 Semifinals match LIVE on Sony Ten 3 TV Channel on Television and the Sony LIV app and website with a paid subscription. 

Fixtures Details

The UEFA Nations League semifinals will be played over one leg on the 5th and 6th of June as the final takes place on the 8th of June. The losing sides from both matches will get to play another match for third place.

  • Spain vs France (6th June, 12:15 am IST)
  • Portugal vs Germany (5th June, 12:15 am IST)

Final Details

The final of the UEFA Nations League will take place on the 8th of June, 2025.

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Portugal vs Denmark Highlights UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter finals Second Leg: Trincao's brace helped Portugal to secure their spot in the Semifinals | POR 5-2 DEN (AGG. DEN 3-5 POR)

Catch the highlights of the Portugal vs Denmark match in the UEFA Nations League 2025 at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, Portugal.

Mar 23, 2025, 10:54 PM1 min read

Denmark vs Portugal UEFA Nations League 2024-25 Quarterfinals Leg 2-sportzpoint.com

Hello and welcome to another UEFA Nations League, tonight we will bring you all the updates of a heated clash between Portugal and Denmark in UEFA Nations League second leg at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, Portugal.

Denmark will be in the away turf so this fixture will be difficult matchup for them. However, Denmark won previous leg with a 1-0 win over Portugal thanks to Ramus Hojlund's late winner. Despite, Diego Costa's brilliant performance Portugal failed to win the previous leg. 

On the other hand, this will be a home game for Portugal. Moreover, Denmark won the previous leg, Portugal is not just to away from the game.

First leg's highlights: Denmark vs Portugal Highlights UEFA Nations League 2024-25 Quarterfinals Leg 1: Denmark clinched a victory over Portugal in the first leg thanks to Rasmus Hojlund's late goal | DEN 1-0 POR

So, sit back and relax, as we will bring you all the updates of the Portugal vs Denmark match in UEFA Nations League. Hello, I am Swastik Debnath, and I will bring you all the updates from the webdesk.

LIVE Updates

Mar 23, 2025, 9:57 PM

Moments & Full-time verdict!

Portugal advanced in emphatic style, overcoming an early setback to defeat Denmark 5-2 on the night and 5-3 on aggregate. Despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s shocking penalty miss in the 6th minute, Portugal found their breakthrough thanks to a bit of fortune — a Joachim Andersen own goal in the 38th minute gave them a narrow halftime lead.

Denmark came out fighting in the second half, with Rasmus Kristensen’s composed finish in the 56th minute briefly sparking hope for the Danes. But when the pressure mounted, Portugal’s stars rose to the occasion. Ronaldo redeemed himself with a 72nd-minute strike, only for Christian Eriksen to level things again just four minutes later in a dramatic exchange.

The turning point came through Francisco Trincão, whose clinical finishes in the 81st and 91st minutes shattered Danish resilience. Gonçalo Ramos sealed the victory in extra time with a composed goal in the 115th minute, ensuring Portugal’s place in the next round.

Ronaldo’s missed penalty could have defined the night — but instead, it was Portugal’s relentless attacking depth and resilience that stole the show.

Goncalo Ramos 115th minutes POR 5-2 DEN

Francisco Trincao 91ST minute POR 4-2 DEN

Francisco Trincao 86th minute POR 3-2 DEN

Christien Eriksen 76th minute POR 2-2 DEN

Rasmus Kristiensen on 56th minute POR 1-1 DEN 

Cristiano Ronaldo 72 minutes POR 2-1 DEN

Portugal's Talisman, Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty in the 6th minute

Mar 23, 2025, 10:44 PM

Thank you and stay tuned!

This is it for this game.

Hope you enjoyed the Live match.

We will be back very soon with another Nations League Live.

Good Night, Stay Tuned!

Mar 23, 2025, 10:26 PM

End of the match: POR 5-2 DEN (agg, POR 5-3 DEN)

Trincao's brace helped Portugal to secure their spot in the semifinal, in the semis they will face Germany.

Mar 23, 2025, 10:23 PM

120+1' | Yellow card to Vastergaard

Mar 23, 2025, 10:23 PM

End of the 120 minutes | extra 1 minutes added

Mar 23, 2025, 10:18 PM

115' | GOALLL! POR 5-2 DEN (agg. POR 5-3 DEN)

Diego Jota puts a brilliant ball into the final third to Goncalo Ramos, surely Portugal books their spot into the semi-final with this goal.

Mar 23, 2025, 10:14 PM

113' | Brilliant save by Schmeichel

Mar 23, 2025, 10:14 PM

112' | Free Kick to Denmark

Inacio commits a foul on Biereth, and the referee awards a freekick to Denmark

Mar 23, 2025, 10:12 PM

111' | Throw in to Denmark

Mar 23, 2025, 10:10 PM

108' | Free Kick to Denmark

Nelsen Semedo commits a foul on Harder, as the referee awards a free kick to Denmark.

Mar 23, 2025, 10:07 PM

106' | Second half of the Extra time begins!

Mar 23, 2025, 10:06 PM

End of the first half of the Extra Time!

PORTUGAL 4-2 DENMARK (agg. DEN 3-4 POR)

Mar 23, 2025, 10:05 PM

105+3' | Yellow card to Denmark

Andersen commits an awful foul on Goncalo Ramos, as the referee shows the yellow to Andersen.

Mar 23, 2025, 10:03 PM

105+2' | Brilliant Defending by Ruben Dias

Mar 23, 2025, 10:02 PM

105+1' | Goal Disallowed!

Diego Jota's goal disallowed, as Jota was in an offside position

Mar 23, 2025, 9:59 PM

99' | Change for Denmark

IN: Conard Harder

OUT: Patrick Dorgu

Mar 23, 2025, 9:58 PM

97' | Substitution for Portugal

IN: Ruben Neves

OUT: Vitinha

Mar 23, 2025, 9:51 PM

96' | Corner to Denmark

Mar 23, 2025, 9:48 PM

91' | Madnesss in Lisbon!

Francisco Trincao helps to take the lead, what a night is going for the Youngster.

Mar 23, 2025, 9:46 PM

91'| First portion of Extra time begins!

Mar 23, 2025, 9:43 PM

End of the 90 minutes | The match will move forward on extra time in Lisbon

Portugal 3-2 Denmark (agg. Denmark 3-3 Portugal)

Mar 23, 2025, 9:41 PM

90+4' | Chance for Portugal!

Diego Jota tries his luck with a power shot from outside of the box, but he fails to find the back of the net.

Mar 23, 2025, 9:39 PM

90+3' | Corner for Denamrk

Mar 23, 2025, 9:38 PM

90+2' | Change for Portugal

IN: Goncalo Ramos

OUT: Cristiano Ronaldo

Mar 23, 2025, 9:37 PM

90+1' | Brilliant defending By Inacios

Mar 23, 2025, 9:37 PM

End of 90 minutes | 4 minutes added

Mar 23, 2025, 9:33 PM

86' | Madness in Lisbon!

The game is still on, as Francisco Trincao equalizes the scoreline and aggregate too, a brilliant goal by the youngster.

Mar 23, 2025, 9:31 PM

86' | Double Subs for Denmark

IN: Christian Norgaard, Christian Eriksen 

OUT: Victor Froholdt, Morten Frendrup

Mar 23, 2025, 9:30 PM

81' | Changes for Portugal

IN: Nelsen Semedo, Francisco Trincao

out: Diego Dalot, Francisco Conceição

Mar 23, 2025, 9:25 PM

76' | GOALLL! POR 2-2 DEN (AGG. DEN 3-2 POR)

Christian Eriksen is the savior of Denmark, as Patrick Dorgu finds Eriksen in the final third and Eriksen scores the goal.

Mar 23, 2025, 9:23 PM

73' | Double subs to Denmark

IN: Mika Biereth, Victor Kristiensen

OUT: Rasmus Hojlund, Gustav Iskasen

Mar 23, 2025, 9:20 PM

72' | GOALLLL! POR 2-1 DEN (AGG. DEN 2-2 POR)

Bruno Fernandes tried his luck with a power shot from outside of the box, but the shot struck by the post, but the rebound finds Ronaldo and he scores the equalizer.

Mar 23, 2025, 9:17 PM

70' | Free Kick to Denmark

Francisco Conceição commits a foul Norgaard, and the referee awards a free kick to Denmark

Mar 23, 2025, 9:16 PM

69' | Brilliant defending by Denish defenders

Danish defenders surely block the way to make a comeback. 

Mar 23, 2025, 9:15 PM

67' | Free Kick to Denmark

Dalot commits a foul on his Manchester United team mate Rasmus Hojlund, and the referee awards a free-kick to Denmark

Mar 23, 2025, 9:13 PM

66' | Yellow card to Denmark

Norgaard commits an awful foul on Francisco Conceição, as the referee shows the yellow to Norgaard

Mar 23, 2025, 9:11 PM

64' | Substitution for Denmark

IN: Andreas Skov Olsen

OUT: Jasper Lindstrom

Mar 23, 2025, 9:09 PM

62' | Substitution for Portugal

IN: Diego Jota

OUT: Rafael Leao

Mar 23, 2025, 9:08 PM

61' | Offside!

Bernando Silva is in an offside position.

Mar 23, 2025, 9:03 PM

56' | GOALLL! POR 1-1 DEN (AGG. DEN 2-1 POR)

Eriksen puts a brilliant cross into the box from the corner flag, and Kristiensen scores the goal with a header.

Mar 23, 2025, 9:01 PM

55' | Corner to Denmark

Mar 23, 2025, 9:01 PM

53' | Chance for Portugal

Francisco Conceição tries his luck with a curler from outside of the box, but the curler takes a deflection and misses the net by an inch

Mar 23, 2025, 8:58 PM

50' | Yellow to Portugal

Ruben Dias commits a foul on Lindstrom, as the referee shows the yellow to Dias

Mar 23, 2025, 8:57 PM

50' | Yellow to Denmark

Eriksen commits a foul on Bruno, as the referee shows the yellow to Eriksen

Mar 23, 2025, 8:56 PM

49' | Chance for Denmark

Hijlumund tries his luck from outside the box, but the shot misses an inch of the net.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:55 PM

48' | Brilliant defending by Diego Dalot

Mar 23, 2025, 8:52 PM

46' | Second half begins

Mar 23, 2025, 8:43 PM

Half time moments!

Mar 23, 2025, 8:39 PM

End of the first half | POR 1-0 DEN (AGG. DEN 1-1 POR)

Mar 23, 2025, 8:35 PM

45' | Goal Disallowed!

Ronaldo's goal was disallowed by the referee, cause he is in an offside position.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:32 PM

45' | Corner to Portugal!

Brilliant in the swinging corner by Bruno in the final third, but Schmeichel somehow declines the chance.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:30 PM

43' | Offside!

Ronaldo is in an offside position.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:27 PM

38' | GOALLLL! POR 1-0 DEN (AGG. DEN 1-1 POR)

The game is still on, in Lisbon, as Denmark's marquee defender, Joachim Andersen scored in his net, terrible defending by the Denish man

Mar 23, 2025, 8:24 PM

37' | Corner to Portugal

Mar 23, 2025, 8:24 PM

36' | Chance for Portugal

Vitinha tries his luck from outside of the box, but he fails to find the back of the net, as his short misses the net by inches.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:22 PM

34' | Portugal is applying a press system on Denmark!

Roberto Martinez's managed side is applying a high-intensity press on Denmark, Is it a way to comeback? 

Mar 23, 2025, 8:19 PM

30' | Brilliant defending by Vestergaard

Vestergaard surely denies the chance to level the scoreline with his sliding tackle on Cristiano.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:16 PM

29' | Portugal is looking to hold on to the ball!

Mar 23, 2025, 8:14 PM

26' | Free Kick to Denmark

Vitinha commits a foul on Hijlumund, and the referee awards the free kick to Denmark.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:13 PM

25' | Free Kick to Denmark

Francisco Conceição commits a foul on Dorgu, as the referee awards the free-kick to Denmark.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:10 PM

22' | Free Kick to Denmark

Inacio commits a foul on Hojlund, as the referee awards a free-kick to Denmark

Mar 23, 2025, 8:09 PM

21' | Denmark is pushing in to take an early lead!

Mar 23, 2025, 8:08 PM

20' | Brilliant defending by Kristiansen

Mar 23, 2025, 8:06 PM

18' | Free Kick to Denmark

Bernando Silva commits a foul on Kristiansen, as the referee awards a free kick to Denmark. 

Mar 23, 2025, 8:05 PM

17' | Brilliant save by Schmeichel

Nuno Mendez puts a cross into the final third for Cristiano, but Schmeichel's full-stretched save denies the chance.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:02 PM

14' | Portugal is looking to hold on to the ball!

With Denmark keeping their defense tight, Portugal is seeking the right time to score the leveler and equalize the aggregate.

Mar 23, 2025, 8:00 PM

Moments till now

Portugal missed an early opportunity to score the equalizer, as Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty.

Mar 23, 2025, 7:58 PM

11' | Throw in to Denmark

Mar 23, 2025, 7:56 PM

9'| Corner to Portugal

Mar 23, 2025, 7:54 PM

6' | Penalty missed!

Ronaldo's penalty was a terrible one, and Schmeichel comfortably saved the kick.

Mar 23, 2025, 7:52 PM

3' | Penalty to Portugal!

What a start for Portugal! Nuno Mendes crossed to Ronaldo, but Dorgu pushed Ronaldo from his back, and the referee awarded Portugal a penalty. The decision was checked by VAR, and the decision stays.

Mar 23, 2025, 7:48 PM

1'| Kick Off

The match is underway in Lisbon.

Mar 23, 2025, 7:11 PM

Strating XI: Denmark

Kasper Schmeichel (GK), Joachim Andersen, Jannik Vastergaard, Patrick Dorgu, Gustav Iskasen, Rasmus Hojlund, Rasmus Kristiensen, Christian Norgaard, Jasper Lindstrom, Morten Hijlumand.

Mar 23, 2025, 7:08 PM

Starting XI: Portugal

Mar 23, 2025, 6:17 PM

Venue is set for the clash!

Mar 23, 2025, 6:16 PM

Big game ahead!

Mar 23, 2025, 6:13 PM

UEFA Nations League 2025: Denmark

  • Denmark 0-0 Switzerland (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 1)
  • Denmark 2-0 Serbia (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 2)
  • Spain 1-0 Denmark (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 3)
  • Switzerland 2-2 Denmark (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 4)
  • Denmark 1-2 Spain (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 5)
  • Serbia 0-0 Denmark (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 6)

Mar 23, 2025, 6:12 PM

UEFA Nations League 2025: Portugal

  • Portugal 2-1 Croatia (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 1)
  • Portugal 2-1 Scotland (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 2)
  • Poland 1-3 Portugal (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 3)
  • Scotland 0-0 Portugal (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 4)
  • Portugal 5-1 Poland (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 5)
  • Croatia 1-1 Portugal (UEFA Nations League 2024-25, Matchday 6)

Mar 23, 2025, 4:57 PM

Venue: Estádio José Alvalade

Portugal vs Denmark LIVE UEFA Nations League-sportzpoint.com

Mar 23, 2025, 4:56 PM

Match Info:

MATCH: Portugal vs Denmark

DATE: 24-03-2025

TIME:  1:15 am IST

VENUE: Estádio José Alvalade

COMPETITION: UEFA Nations League 

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