Portugal mounted a masterclass campaign that saw them dominate from the group stage right through to the knockout rounds. In the group stages, they managed a series of disciplined performances—balancing solid defensive organization with swift, decisive counterattacks—to top their group and secure an ideal route into the knockout phase. Along the way, they faced competitive opponents who tested their tactical depth and team cohesion, proving that even on days when chances were slim, their structure and commitment carried the day.

In the knockout rounds, memorable moments abounded. A pulsating semi-final featured key contributions from emerging talents like Nuno Mendes—whose performances, both in attack and defense (even earning him Player of the Finals honors), helped pave the way for their progress. The campaign ultimately culminated in an electrifying final against Spain at the Munich Football Arena, where Portugal and Spain played out a thrilling 2–2 draw over regular and extra time before Portugal clinched their second Nations League title by winning 5–3 on penalties. Veteran Cristiano Ronaldo added to his storied international legacy by scoring his milestone goal in the decider, rounding off a campaign defined by both experience and youthful exuberance.

This journey not only showcased Portugal’s tactical evolution and resilience but also cemented their status as one of Europe’s elite national sides—a team capable of overcoming tricky groups and high-pressure situations on the international stage.

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(00:00:00) - Introduction

(00:00:59) - Inter Milan vs Bayern Munich leg one - a game of strategy and tactics

(00:03:59) - Inter Milan shows their defensive solidity

(00:07:33) - What about Bayern's injuries?

(00:08:55) - Predictions for the second leg tie

(00:10:55) - Fiorentina and Lazio in the Europa League

(00:14:05) - A look at the Serie A table

(00:16:35) - Can Victor Osimhen ever go home again?

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(00:00:00) - Introduction

(00:00:42) - The Final 8 Teams - How did they get here? How do they look?

(00:17:05) - The Games - what are our predictions for the first leg?

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(00:00:00) - Introduction

(00:00:56) - What is the Canadian Premiere League (CPL)?

(00:02:15) - What makes the CPL special?

(00:02:43) - Why does the CPL matter?

(00:03:15) - What about the standout players from the CPL?

(00:04:24) - The CPL and it's plan for growth

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Marko and Ross give their reactions from the second leg draw and aggregate win for Germany over Italy, looking into the squad, Spalletti's strategy, and how their qualifying campaign may play out.

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