Ronaldo and Trincão lead Portugal to the UEFA Nations League semifinals.
A brace from Francisco Trincão off the bench and a goal from Cristiano Ronaldo were crucial as Portugal secured a 5-2 extra-time victory over Denmark, winning 5-3 on aggregate to advance to the UEFA Nations League semi-finals where they will face Germany. Denmark entered the second leg with a 1-0 advantage after Rasmus Højlund’s goal in Copenhagen. Early in the match, Ronaldo won a penalty but failed to convert. Portugal took the lead in the 38th minute when Denmark’s Joachim Andersen scored an own goal, but Rasmus Kristensen’s header in the 56th minute levelled the score. Ronaldo restored Portugal’s lead, but Christian Eriksen struck in the 76th minute to put Denmark ahead on aggregate. Trincão then equalized in the 86th minute, forcing extra time before scoring again in the 91st. Gonçalo Ramos sealed the win with Portugal’s fifth goal, securing their spot in the semi-finals of the Nations League.
A huge night for Portugal 🇵🇹#NationsLeague pic.twitter.com/aotOq9wjzI
— UEFA EURO (@UEFAEURO) March 23, 2025
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi secures his highest ever finish in a global championship.
Nigerian shot-put star, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi delivered an outstanding performance at the World Indoor Championships in Nanjing, securing fifth place with a season’s best throw of 21.25m. As Nigeria’s sole representative at the prestigious event, the 31-year-old achieved his highest-ever finish in a world championship final, further cementing his status as one of the nation’s top athletes. Enekwechi has consistently reached the finals in major global competitions, including the World Championships and the Olympics, but his result in Nanjing marks a career-best at this level. His impressive showing highlights both his resilience and Nigeria’s growing potential in field events. With the 2025 World Athletics Championships and the Paris 2024 Olympics on the horizon, this achievement serves as a major confidence boost. As he continues to refine his skills and compete against the world’s best, Enekwechi remains a strong contender for future podium finishes and international success.
Highest finish ever in a global championship final!👏🏽👏🏽
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi 🇳🇬 may have been the only Nigerian athlete competing at the World Indoor Championships in Nanjing, but he put his best foot forward, throwing a Season's Best (SB) of 21.25m to finish 5th in the men's… pic.twitter.com/30E6chzDTi
— Making of Champions (@MakingOfChamps) March 23, 2025
André Onana set for a possible transfer to Saudi Arabia this summer.
Manchester United are reportedly open to selling goalkeeper André Onana to the Saudi Pro League as new manager Ruben Amorim compiles a shortlist of potential replacements. According to The Sun, clubs from the Middle East have shown strong interest in the Cameroonian shot-stopper, and if a formal offer arrives, United could approve his departure. Onana joined the club in 2023 under Erik ten Hag, who prioritized his ball-playing ability over David de Gea. However, his time at Old Trafford has been inconsistent, with a difficult first season followed by slight improvements in his second. With Ten Hag gone, Onana’s future remains uncertain, and United is prepared to move on. Amorim is eyeing young goalkeepers, including 22-year-old Senne Lammens of Royal Antwerp and Lille’s Lucas Chevalier, who has also attracted interest from Manchester City. With a summer rebuild on the horizon, United are keen to secure a reliable long-term No.1.
🚨 André Onana is set for a move to Saudi Arabia this summer. #MUFC [Phil Thomas, @SunSport] pic.twitter.com/bdyofixxV3
— mufcmpb (@mufcMPB) March 23, 2025
Maignan the penalty hero as France secure comeback over Croatia.
France staged a thrilling comeback to reach the Nations League Final Four, defeating Croatia 5-4 on penalties after overturning a two-goal deficit with a 2-0 win in their quarterfinal second leg at the Stade de France. Michael Olise opened the scoring before Ousmane Dembélé’s late goal forced extra time, levelling the tie after France’s first-leg loss in Split. In a tense penalty shootout, goalkeeper Mike Maignan made crucial saves against Martin Baturina and Josip Stanišić, while Franjo Ivanović also missed, allowing Dayot Upamecano to convert the winning spot-kick. France, the 2021 Nations League champions, will now face defending titleholders Spain in the semifinals on June 5 in Germany, while Portugal meets Germany in the other last-four clash. Croatia, runners-up in the previous edition, will shift focus to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign in June. France dominated the match with 22 chances, while Croatia failed to register a single shot on target.
FT: France 2-0 Croatia (2-2 AGG).
PENALTIES WILL DECIDE WHICH COUNTRY WILL REACH THE SEMI FINAL! 🇫🇷🇭🇷 pic.twitter.com/NN0f6deOu2
— The Touchline | Football Coverage (@TouchlineX) March 23, 2025
Alphonso Davies injured as Canada defeats America in the Concacaf third-place match.
Jonathan David’s second-half goal secured Canada a 2-1 victory over the United States in the Concacaf Nations League third-place match, deepening the struggles of U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino. Tani Oluwaseyi opened the scoring for Canada before Patrick Agyemang equalized in the 35th minute. David netted the winner in the 59th minute, extending his record as Canada’s all-time leading scorer with 32 international goals. The win marked Canada’s second consecutive triumph over the U.S., following a friendly victory last September. The Americans, now 5-3 under Pochettino, failed to respond, adding to concerns ahead of their home World Cup. Canada captain Alphonso Davies exited early with a knee issue, casting doubt on his availability for Bayern Munich’s Champions League quarterfinal on April 8. Meanwhile, Canada’s coach Jesse Marsch was ejected for protesting a no-call but watched the match from the stands as his team clinched a significant win at SoFi Stadium.
🇨🇦 CANADA WIN 2-1 OVER THE UNITED STATES‼️
Back-to-back wins over 🇺🇸 for the 1st time in 39 years pic.twitter.com/O2mktJXFTT
— TSN (@TSN_Sports) March 23, 2025