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Portugal vs Poland Prediction
Sroban Ghosh

Portugal vs Poland Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Nations League | November 15, 2024

Preview

  • Tournament: UEFA Nations League
  • Date: Tuesday, Oct 15
  • Kick-off Time: 07:45 pm GMT
  • Venue: Estádio do Dragão, Portugal

Portugal’s national football team will welcome Poland in the group-stage clash of the Nations League campaign at the Estádio do Dragão. Both teams had a polar opposite start to the Nations League campaign and are looking for a win for very different reasons.

Following their disappointing run in the European Championships, Portugal’s national football team have made a stellar start in the Nations League. It has been a dominant performance for Roberto Martinez’s side who are sitting three points clear of Croatia at the top of the standings with two games to play.

Meanwhile, Poland’s national football team started their Nations League campaign on a discouraging note and are winless in each of their previous six showdowns across all competitions. It has been an underwhelming run for Poland in this competition.

Portugal national football team news

Portugal Squad
Portugal players celebrate after winning a penalty shoot-out against Slovenia (Getty Images)

Portugal will be without the services of Rúben Neves and Ruben Dias in this tie. Gonçalo Inácio is also sidelined with his respective ongoing injury. Once again, Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to lead the line for Roberto Martinez’s squad.

Poland national football team news

Poland Squad
Poland players during a game against Croatia (Getty Images)

Meanwhile, for Poland, Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski has been ruled out with a back injury. Due to his absence, Inter Milan man Piotr Zielinski will play a leading role in this tie. Brighton midfielder Jakub Moder and Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior has also been included in Michal Probierz’s squad.

Portugal vs Poland Predicted Lineups

Portugal national football team predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Goalkeeper: Costa

Defenders: Semedo, Silva, Dias, Mendes

Midfielders: Silva, Palhinha, Fernandes

Forwards: Felix, Ronaldo, Leão

Poland national football team predicted lineup (3-5-2):

Goalkeeper: Skorupski

Defenders: Dawidowicz, Bednarek, Kiwior

Midfielders: Frankowski, Zielinski, Szymanski, Urbanski, Zalewski

Forwards: Piatek, Bogusz

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Head-to-Head

The two sides have faced off only 14 times in the past, with Portugal winning seven of those games. Poland managed only three whereas the remaining four games ended in a draw.

Last five matches result:

DateMatchCompetition
October 12, 2024Poland 1-3 PortugalUEFA Nations League
November 20, 2018Portugal 1-1 PolandUEFA Nations League
October 11, 2018Poland 2-3 PortugalUEFA Nations League
June 30, 2016Poland 1-1 PortugalUEFA European Championship
February 29, 2012Poland 0-0 PortugalInternational Friendly

Key Players to Watch out in Portugal vs Poland

Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)

Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)
Cristiano Ronaldo with Portugal in a match against Scotland (Getty Images)

Al Nassr forward and national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo heads into what is likely his final international tournament with the Poland national team. The 39-year-old legend was most recently awarded the Platinum Quinas trophy by the Portuguese Football Federation for his accomplishments with the national team.

Piotr Zielinski (Poland)

Piotr Zielinski (Poland)
Piotr Zielinski in action against Croatia (Getty Images)

Inter Milan star Piotr Zielinski plays as a midfielder for the Serie A giants and is one of the most influential players in the Polish squad currently.

Portugal vs Poland Prediction

Portugal’s national football team has made a brilliant start to their Nations League campaign, as they are unbeaten in their last four games in the competition. Despite suffering a Euro 2024 heartbreak, Roberto Martinez’s men are topping the group with ten points after four games. This has been a dominant campaign for the Navigators who will have a chance to increase their lead this weekend.

Poland’s national football team has made a disappointing start to their Nations League campaign and are winless in their last three games of the competition. The visiting side are coming off a 3-3 draw with Croatia in their last game and are sitting third in the group with four points after four games. The Eagles now have a battle on their hands to keep hold of their League A status.

Predicted Score: Portugal 3-1 Poland 

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Where to Watch Portugal vs Poland Live?

CountryWhere to watch
USAFox Sports USA English
UKITV
IndiaSony Network/SonyLiv
PortugalRTP Portugal
PolandPOLSAT PolandTVP

FAQs

Q. When is Portugal vs Poland?

The Portugal vs Poland game will be played on 15th November at Estádio do Dragão.

Q. Where to watch Portugal vs Poland live for free?

The game between Portugal and Poland can be watched on RaiPlay and L’Equipe.

Q. What is the predicted score in Portugal and Poland?

The predicted score for Portugal vs Poland is 3-1.

Q. What is the head-to-head record for Portugal vs Poland?

Both Portugal and Poland played 14 games. Portugal recorded seven wins, Poland managed only three whereas the remaining four games ended in a draw.