In a thrilling UEFA Nations League quarter-final first leg, Denmark edged out Portugal with a 1-0 victory at Parken Stadium, Copenhagen.
Cristiano Ronaldo left watching as Hojlund mocks or honors him with ‘Siu’ celebration
The match’s defining moment came in the 78th minute when substitute Rasmus Hojlund found the back of the net, igniting the home crowd.
Hojlund, who entered the fray in the 69th minute, wasted little time making an impact.
Capitalizing on a precise assist from Andreas Skov Olsen, the Manchester United striker showcased his clinical finishing to give Denmark the lead.
Hojlund did the Sui after scoring against Portugal 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/PmOxZ7z1FQ
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What followed was a celebration that quickly became the talk of the match: Hojlund mimicked Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic ‘Siu’ celebration, adding a layer of intrigue given Ronaldo’s presence on the pitch.
The gesture, intended as a tribute, highlighted Hojlund’s admiration for the Portuguese legend.
Hojlund has previously expressed his deep respect for Ronaldo, attributing his passion for football and commitment to excellence to the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
The match itself was a tactical battle. Denmark displayed defensive solidity and strategic prowess under their new manager, effectively neutralizing Portugal’s attacking threats.
Portugal’s goalkeeper, Diogo Costa, delivered a standout performance, notably saving a first-half penalty from Christian Eriksen.
However, a misstep in the second half allowed Hojlund to capitalize and secure the decisive goal.
Portugal, with Ronaldo leading the line, struggled to penetrate Denmark’s organized defense.
The Portuguese side will need to regroup and strategize ahead of the second leg in Lisbon, where they aim to overturn the deficit and keep their Nations League aspirations alive.
As the teams prepare for the return fixture, all eyes will be on how Portugal responds to this setback and whether Denmark can maintain their advantage to progress further in the tournament.
