The quarterfinals UEFA Nations League match Denmark and Portugal was characterized by a memorable moment: Rasmus Hojlund celebrates its goal with Cristiano Ronaldo‘S iconic “Siu” gesture in front of the Portuguese star. After the match, The Danish striker gave insight into his decision to pay tribute to his idol.
Denmark hosted for the first stage against Portugal at Park StadionWhere Hojlund played. The Manchester United striker scored the only goal for the match in the 78th minute and immediately performed Ronaldo’s signature celebration. Afterwards he talked about his feelings and the causes behind his gesture.
“I play against the world’s best football player, my idol and to score and become the match winner… it doesn’t get better” Hojlund told TV2 and expressed his admiration for Ronaldo. He then clarified his celebrating election:
“It’s for my idol. It’s not that I mock him or anything. I just always said he’s been very important to me and my football career. It may be a bit ambivalent, but points against him and Portugal is huge. I was there in 2009 when he made a free -kick goal, and since then I have been a fanReturned Hojlund
The celebration, especially in such a match with high efforts, raised controversy and raised questions about whether Ronaldo would perceive it as a provocation. However, Hojlund quickly dismissed these problems and emphasized the deep impact Ronaldo has had on him and the new generation of players.
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Ronaldo, Portugal and the road to a comeback
Cristiano Ronaldo, who struggled with a complicated season at Al Nassr, hoped to win his first trophy of the year and his third with National team. After a disappointing first leg, Portugal is now facing a tough task to overcome Denmark and reach the semi -finals.
The second part of the UEFA Nations League quarter finals will take place at Jose Alvalade Stadium in LisbonThe home to Ronaldo’s former club, Sporting CP. With Denmark leading 1-0, Portugal must win with at least one goal to force a penalty kick.
The winner of this match will meet either Italy or Germany in the semi -finals. The match, together with the final, will take place during the next international break in June.
