Portugal and Spain are in for a double header this international window. It’s crucial for both sides to secure as many points as possible to guarantee a top-two spot in the Women’s Nations League. On the previous matchdays, the Portuguese held the European Champions to a 1-1 draw, can they hold back the World Champions as well? The teams will also face each other in the EURO 2025 group stage, just like they did in 2017. Let’s find out about the possible line-up, statistics and where you can watch Portugal vs. Spain.
Portugal vs. Spain: 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, Andreia Faria, Andreia Norton, Beatriz Fonseca, Dolores Silva, Bárbara Lopes, Joana Martins.
- Forwards: Ana Capeta, Diana Silva, Telma Encarnação, Ana Dias, Carolina Mendes, Stephanie Ribeiro.
* Francisca Nazareth is out with an ankle injury.
What the coach has to say:
Francsico Neto will speak to the press closer to matchday. This is what Joana Marchão had to say on the upcoming matchdays:
On facing Spain in a double-header: “Let’s play our game against Spain, just like we did against England, without ever forgetting that, on the other side, there are the world champions. It won’t be easy at all, they won’t make our lives easier, but we won’t make their lives easier either. We never entered any game with fear, but with total respect. We will always be emphasizing that they are the world champions. It won’t be easy at all, but we’ll never be afraid.”
On the absent players: “We want to have all the players available. The European is in three months, until then a lot can happen and I hope everyone is healthy and well. They are important casualties, but we have a strong group, strong players, and those who are here will be able to score their position.”
Our prediction of the Starting IX for Portugal vs. Spain:
- Morais
- Gomes
- Costa
- Borges
- Marchão
- Javinto
- Norton
- Pinto
- Amado
- D. Silva
- A. Dias
Team News Spain
Montse Tomé selected the following 23-player squad for the Spain National Team:
- Goalkeepers: Cata Coll, A. Nanclares, Sullastres.
- Defenders: Aleixandri, Jana, Olga, Laia Codina, Shei, María Méndez, Leila Ouahabi, Paredes, Pujades.
- Midfielders: Putellas, Aitana, Vicky, Maite Zubieta, Patri Guijarro.
- Forwards: Mariona, Athenea, Paralluelo, Pina, Esther, Martín-Prieto, M. Portales.
*Ona Battle is not with the team as she has a calf injury.
What the coach has to say:
Montse Tomé on facing Portugal: “These are two important games for us, we started the Nations League with the aim of being first in the group. Portugal is a very competitive team. They have been with the same coach for many years and have been reinventing themselves. Most recently, in the Nations League, they draw against England and earned three points against Belgium.
“We know this team very well although personally I have not faced it. The team is a mixture of players who play in different leagues, five play in this league and we know them. We know the Portuguese league, we have Martín-Prieto, and we have worked hard in this league.”
Our prediction of the Starting IX for Spain against Portugal:
- Coll
- Paredes
- Ouahabi
- Olga
- Aleixandri
- Putellas
- Aitana
- Guijarro
- Mariona
- Pina
- Paraluello
Portugal vs. Spain: Previous Meetings & Stats
Portugal and Spain ahve previously faced off on three major occasions. The first two meetings took place during the Women’s EURO qualifiers in 2015 and 2016, with Spain winning both games convincingly (2-0 and 1-4). Their third encounter was during the EURO 2017 group stage, where Spain secured their only group-stage victory, advancing to the knockouts on goal difference.
The two sides are set to meet again in the EURO 2025 this summer, as both have been drawn into Group B alongside Italy and Belgium. This makes the Women’s Nations League a perfect test for both sides ahead of the tournament. .
| Head-to-Head & Team Streaks | ||
 | No losses | 14 |
 | Without clean sheet | 3 |
| Both teams scoring | 5/7 |
| First to score | 5/7 |
| Wins (h2h) | 3 |
| Without clean sheet (h2h) | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch the Women’s Nations League Portugal vs. Spain?
You can watch Portugal vs. Spain live on RTP and RTVE.es.
When was the last meeting between Portugal vs. Spain?
The last meeting was on the 19th of July 2027. Spain won 2-0, thanks to goals from Losada and Sampedro.
What is Portugal vs. Spain any kick-off time?
Portugal vs. Spain kicks off on Friday the 4th of April at 19:45 GMT (20:45 CET) at Capital do Móvel Stadium.
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