Munich’s Allianz Arena prepares to host the first Nations League semifinal of this season: Germany versus Portugal, a fixture that has historically been about as one-sided as a Bundesliga title race, but arrives with a twist this time around.
The hosts, backed by the home advantage and a rejuvenated squad under Julian Nagelsmann, face the competition’s inaugural winners who’ve made a habit of spoiling parties on foreign soil.
Both nations know what it takes to win on the biggest stage, but only one can book their ticket to Sunday’s final. The other? A rather unglamorous third-place playoff that nobody really wants to play.
Key Details
- Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
- Kick-off: 20:00 (UK Time)
- Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany
- Where to Watch (UK): Prime Video
Match Preview
Germany’s Season
Julian Nagelsmann’s side have been clinical throughout this Nations League campaign, and the timing couldn’t be more perfect. Their group stage dominance – finishing top of Group A3 unbeaten – was about results as much as it was about making a statement.
The numbers tell the story: 18 goals scored, just 4 conceded across six group matches. We’re looking at a team that’s rediscovered its attacking identity without sacrificing defensive discipline. The most recent international break saw them trading blows with Italy in a 3-3 thriller match that kept everyone on edge till the very end.
Playing at the Allianz Arena adds another dimension entirely. This fortress has witnessed some of Germany’s greatest nights, and the home support will be expecting another chapter in that celebrated history. Nagelsmann knows his team performs when the stakes are highest, and they don’t come much higher than this.
Portugal’s Season
Portugal arrive in Munich carrying the weight of history. They were the inaugural Nations League champions in 2019 and clearly fancy another trophy for their increasingly crowded cabinet.
Roberto Martínez has transformed Portugal into something special, a team that combines individual brilliance with collective intelligence. Their Group A1 triumph was convincing: four wins, two draws, zero defeats.
Their recent 5-2 thrashing of Denmark showed everything that makes this Portugal side dangerous: clinical finishing, creative flair, and yes, Cristiano Ronaldo still doing Cristiano Ronaldo things at 40. The veteran forward is among the top 3 in the scoring charts with 6 goals, because apparently nobody told him footballers are supposed to decline with age.
The Portuguese mentality in knockout football is well-documented. They survive pressure moments and thrive in them. Ask any German fan about facing Portugal in crucial matches, and they’ll tell you it’s never straightforward – no matter what past results say.
Germany vs Portugal: Most Recent Head-to-Head History
| Date | Competition | Result |
| June 19, 2021 | UEFA European Championship | Portugal 2-4 Germany |
| June 16, 2014 | FIFA World Cup | Germany 4-0 Portugal |
| June 9, 2012 | UEFA European Championship | Germany 1-0 Portugal |
| June 19, 2008 | UEFA European Championship | Germany 3-2 Portugal |
| July 8, 2006 | FIFA World Cup | Germany 3-1 Portugal |
The head-to-head record favours Germany, who have won 11 of their 19 meetings with Portugal. If history is any guide, the hosts will be licking their lips at the prospect of adding another victory to that tally.
Portugal’s record against Germany might read poorly on paper, but context matters. Several of these defeats came during Germany’s golden generation peak. That 4-0 World Cup hammering in 2014 was particularly savage, coming at a time when Germany were essentially playing football from another planet. And this current Portuguese side operates with a different level of tactical refinement.
What’s particularly striking is the goal tally – these teams simply cannot help but entertain when they meet. Expect fireworks.
Key Stats & Insights
- Germany have scored at least 3 goals in 4 of their last 5 meetings with Portugal
- Portugal haven’t beaten Germany in a competitive match since EURO 2000
- Germany have won 11 matches in their all-time record against Portugal, with 5 draws and just 3 defeats
- Nuno Mendes (Portugal) and Joshua Kimmich (Germany) lead the assist charts with 5 assists each
- All three previous Nations League winners (Portugal 2019, France 2021, Spain 2023) have qualified for the 2025 semifinals
Germany vs Portugal Betting Odds at 7bet
7bet provides the following odds for the next UEFA Nations League match between Germany and Portugal.
| Market | Selection | Odds |
| 1X2 | Germany | 9/11 |
| Draw | 5/2 | |
| Portugal | 13/4 | |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes | 19/25 |
| No | 1/1 | |
| Total | Over 2.5 | 9/11 |
| Under 2.5 | 12/13 |
Please note that these odds are accurate at the time of publishing. Make sure to check the latest odds before placing your bet.
Where to Watch Live
The match will be broadcast live on Prime Video in the UK, with coverage beginning ahead of the 20:00 kick-off.
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Matchweek Highlights & Other Key Fixtures
Second Semifinal
Thursday, June 5, 20:00 (UK Time)
Spain vs France
The second semifinal promises to be equally exciting as two former winners clash in Stuttgart.
Third-Place Match
Sunday, June 8, 14:00 (UK Time)
The two losing semifinalists will compete for bronze in Stuttgart.
Final
Sunday, June 8, 20:00 (UK Time)
The winners of both semifinals meet at the Allianz Arena in Munich to determine the 2025 Nations League champion.
With all four semifinalists being previous winners of major tournaments, the quality on display promises to be exceptional. Germany, as hosts, will be particularly motivated to add the Nations League trophy to their collection, while Portugal seek to defend their status as the inaugural champions from 2019.
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