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Portugal claims the UEFA Nations League

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal claims the UEFA Nations League by beating Croatia

Portugal has won the UEFA Nations League after defeating Croatia 2-1 in the final on Sunday, June 9. Cristiano Ronaldo scored both goals for Portugal, with Croatia's goal coming from Andrej Kramaric.

Portugal's victory caps a remarkable turnaround

Portugal's victory is a remarkable turnaround for a team that failed to win any of its first three games in the Nations League. However, the team rebounded to win its final three group matches and reach the semifinals. In the semifinals, Portugal defeated Switzerland 3-1 to reach the final.

Portugal's victory gives Cristiano Ronaldo a record

Ronaldo's goals in the final give him a record 19 goals in the UEFA Nations League. He is now the tournament's all-time leading scorer.

Croatia's loss is a disappointment

Croatia's loss is a disappointment for a team that has been one of the most consistent in Europe in recent years. However, the team can take solace in the fact that it reached the final of the UEFA Nations League.

The UEFA Nations League is a new tournament

The UEFA Nations League is a new tournament that was created by UEFA in 2018. The tournament is designed to replace international friendlies and provide more competitive matches for European national teams.

The UEFA Nations League is divided into four divisions

The UEFA Nations League is divided into four divisions, with the top division being known as League A. Portugal won League A in the inaugural edition of the tournament.

The UEFA Nations League provides a pathway to the European Championship

The UEFA Nations League provides a pathway to the European Championship, with the top four teams in League A qualifying for the tournament.

The UEFA Nations League is a success

The UEFA Nations League has been a success so far, with the tournament providing more competitive matches for European national teams. The tournament is also likely to play a role in the development of young players.