In a thrilling UEFA Nations League final held at the Allianz Arena in Munich on June 8, 2025, Portugal and Spain clashed in a captivating Iberian derby. The match, filled with drama and excitement, saw Portugal's Nuno Mendes score a crucial equalizer in the first half, bringing the score level at 1-1.

Spain drew first blood when Zubimendi found the net in the 21st minute, capitalizing on a loose ball after a cross from Yamal caused confusion in the Portuguese defense. However, Portugal responded swiftly. In the 26th minute, Nuno Mendes, the Champions League winner, showcased his skill and determination. After Cristiano Ronaldo was sent into the deep, Neto played the ball to Mendes, who made an explosive run and finished with precision, striking into the bottom right-hand corner of the net. The goal not only leveled the score but also injected a surge of confidence into the Portuguese side. There was a close offside call on Cristiano Ronaldo during the build-up, but after a quick VAR review, it was clear — Real Madrid's new talent Dean Huijsen kept him perfectly onside.

The match continued to be a tightly contested affair, with both teams displaying attacking intent. However, just before the halftime whistle, Spain regained the lead. Oyarzabal found the net in the 45th minute, giving Spain a 2-1 advantage going into the break.

The second half saw Portugal make two substitutions, with Semedo and Ruben Neves replacing Joao Neves and Conceicao, respectively, in an attempt to inject fresh energy into the team. Early in the second half, Bruno Fernandes found the net with a stunning long-range effort, but the linesman quickly raised the flag for offside, denying Portugal an equalizer.

Despite Portugal's efforts, they were unable to find another goal, and the match ended with Spain leading 2-1.