Portugal and England go head-to-head during the first matchday in the Women’s Nations League. It’s the first competitive meeting since the Women’s EURO in 2017. Let’s find out about the possible line-up, statistics and where you can watch Portugal vs England.
Portugal vs England: Team News & Possible Line-ups
The possible line-ups are derived from previous match days. We take into consideration how strong the opponents are, what players are injured and of course team news before the match.
Team News Portugal
Head coach Francisco Neto selected the following 26-player squad to face England and later Belgium:
- Goalkeeper: Inês Pereira, Patrícia Morais, Rute Costa.
- Defenders: Joana Marchão, Ana Seiça, Diana Gomes, Lúcia Alves, Catarina Amado, Carole Costa, Ana Borges, Bárbara Lopes, Ana Rute.
- Midfielders: Andreia Jacinto, Tatiana Pinto, Francisca Nazareth, Andreia Faria, Andreia Norton, Beatriz Fonseca, Dolores Silva.
- Forwards: Jessica Silva, Diana Silva, Ana Capeta, Telma Encarnação, Ana Dias, Carolina Mendes, Stephanie Ribeiro.
What the coach has to say:
“These will be two challenging matches, and only a Portugal performing at the highest level will be able to compete effectively in this environment. We are back in the League A space, and we aim to stay there,” head coach Francisco Neto said.
Our prediction of the Starting IX for Portugal vs England:
- Morais
- Gomes
- Costa
- Borges
- Marchão
- Pinto
- Jacinto
- Amado
- Nazareth
- Silva
- Capeta
Team News England
Sarina Wiegman called up the following squad to face Portugal and later Spain:
- Goalkeepers: Mary Earps, Hannah Hampton, Anna Moorhouse.
- Defenders: Millie Bright, Lucy Bronze, Jess Carter, Niamh Charles, Maya Le Tissier, Esme Morgan, Millie Turner, Leah Williamson, Lotte Wubben-Moy*.
- Midfielders: Laura Blindkilde Brown, Grace Clinton, Ruby Mace, Jess Park, Ella Toone, Keira Walsh.
- Forwards: Aggie Beever-Jones, Lauren James, Beth Mead*, Jessica Naz, Nikita Parris, Alessia Russo.
*Both Beth Mead and Lotte Wubben-Moy have withdrawn due to injury. Chloe Kelly and Lucy Parker take their place.
What the coach has to say:
During the pre-match press conference Sarina Wiegman said:
“These are two big games to start 2025. It is exciting that we have the chance to write a new chapter in our story in the months ahead, especially with the EURO this summer, but we will focus first on what is right in front of us and a very important Nations League campaign.
“Portugal are getting stronger all the time and it will be good for us to get a week’s training together in what we hope will be great conditions, both on and off the pitch, before we play. I’m expecting a high-level game, and it is also good to experience a different environment in our first match abroad since last summer.
“We then have another special occasion at Wembley against Spain. I’m sure we will get great support, and we can’t wait to see our fans again. Hard work during the week and our performances in these two matches can give us a strong foundation for a big year ahead.”
Our prediction of the Starting IX for England against Portugal:
- Hampton
- Williamson
- Bronze
- Bright
- Walsh
- Toone
- Blindkilde Brown
- Clinton
- Park
- James
- Russo
Portugal vs England: Previous Meetings & Stats
Portugal and England only faced each other once before in an official tournament. This was during the EURO 2017. England won 1-2 after Duggan and Parris scored the goal. The other two times the teams went head-to-head was during international friendlies. England won once and the latest ended in a goalless draw.
Portugal is on an amazing streak of being unbeaten for 12 matches. The team qualified for the Women’s EURO 2025 after defeating Azerbaijan and Czechia. England can also look back on some good results at the end of 2024. Germany was too strong (4-3) but Wiegman and her team were victorious against South Africa and Switzerland and held the USA to a 0-0 draw.
| Team Streaks | ||
 | No losses | 12 |
 | No losses | 3 |
| More than 2.5 goals | 4/5 |
| Both teams scoring | 4/5 |
| First to score | 4/5 |
| Less than 4.5 cards | 6/6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch the Women’s Nations League Portugal vs England?
You can watch Portugal vs England live on RTP 1 and ITV.
When was the last meeting between Portugal vs England?
The last meeting was on the 1st of July 2023 during an international friendly. The match ended in a goalless draw.
What is Portugal vs England any kick-off time?
Portugal vs England kicks off at 20:45 CET at Estádio Municipal de Portimão.
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