Two of Europe's football powerhouses, Germany and Portugal, will face off in a highly anticipated UEFA Nations League 2025 semifinal. With a spot in the final at stake, this clash in Munich promises high-level football and plenty of drama.

When and where is the match?

• Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
• Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany
• Local Time (Germany): 21:00 CET

What time does it start in the U.S.?

• Eastern Time (ET): 3:00 PM
• Central Time (CT): 2:00 PM
• Pacific Time (PT): 12:00 PM
  

What’s at stake?

The winner will advance to the final of the UEFA Nations League, where they’ll face the victor of the other semifinal between Spain and France, scheduled for Thursday, June 5 in Stuttgart.

Beyond the trophy, this match serves as crucial preparation and a major confidence boost ahead of UEFA Euro 2028.

How do both teams arrive?

🇩🇪 Germany

• Eliminated Italy in the quarterfinals with a 5-4 aggregate score
• Led by Julian Nagelsmann, the host nation is still seeking its first Nations League title
• Will have the home crowd advantage at the Allianz Arena

🇵🇹 Portugal

• Defeated Denmark in extra time with a 5-3 aggregate score
• Coached by Roberto Martínez, the 2019 champions aim to become the first two-time Nations League winners
  
  

Cristiano Ronaldo: Still leading at 40

At 40 years old, Cristiano Ronaldo remains a key figure for Portugal. Since Martínez took charge, CR7 has scored 17 goals in 21 matches, averaging 0.81 goals per game — his best rate for the national team.

The semifinal will mark Ronaldo’s 220th international appearance, further extending his record as the most-capped player in Portugal’s history.