UEFA Nations League: Denmark beat Portugal 4-1; Sweden and Austria promoted
Synopsis
Denmark handed Portugal a stunning 4-1 defeat to keep their Nations League promotion push on track, while Gyokeres extended his record scoring run to eight games as Sweden won League B Group 4. Austria also earned promotion — and Erling Haaland broke the all-time Nations League scoring record with his 23rd goal.
Key Takeaways
Denmark beat Portugal 4-1 on 15 November 2026 to stay on course in UEFA Nations League Group A4 .
Rasmus Hojlund scored twice and Joachim Andersen headed in a fourth; Bernardo Silva replied for Portugal.
Viktor Gyokeres scored twice for Sweden , extending his record scoring streak to eight consecutive games ; Sweden confirmed as Group B4 winners.
Austria clinched Group B3 top spot and promotion from League B with a Sasa Kalajdzic winner against the Republic of Ireland.
Erling Haaland converted his 23rd Nations League goal — a competition record — as Norway beat Wales 3-1 .
Northern Ireland stay a point clear at the top of Group B2 after Terry Devlin's winner against Ukraine.
Denmark kept their UEFA Nations League Group A4 promotion hopes alive with a commanding 4-1 victory over Portugal on 15 November 2026, while Sweden and Austria both secured promotion from League B on the same night. Viktor Gyokeres extended his remarkable scoring streak to a record eight consecutive games for Sweden.
Denmark Dismantle Portugal
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the first half, giving Denmark early control. Rasmus Hojlund then doubled the advantage with a crisp volley shortly after the interval, capitalising on a sharp run of build-up play by Gustav Isaksen.
Hojlund added a second of his own, drilling a low finish past goalkeeper Diogo Costa, before Joachim Andersen headed in a fourth. Bernardo Silva pulled one back for Portugal, though the hosts had already secured their place in the quarter-finals and had little left to play for.
Gyokeres Stars as Sweden Win Group B4
Viktor Gyokeres continued his extraordinary form by converting two first-half penalties in Solna, with Daniel Svensson having netted Sweden's opener. Bosnia and Herzegovina responded through Armin Gigovic, and veteran defender Sead Kolasinac marked his 74th international appearance with his first goal for his country. The result confirmed Sweden as Group B4 winners and Bosnia as runners-up, sending the latter into the League A/B play-offs.
Austria Clinch Group B3 Top Spot
Austria claimed first place in Group B3 and promotion from League B by edging the Republic of Ireland, with Sasa Kalajdzic netting the decisive goal 11 minutes from time. The win left Ralf Rangnick's unbeaten side five points clear of second-placed Kosovo at the summit.
Haaland Seals Norway Win; Northern Ireland Hold On
In Group A3, Erling Haaland became the competition's all-time record scorer by converting a late penalty — his 23rd UEFA Nations League goal — as Norway defeated Wales 3-1. Antonio Nusa had broken the deadlock after the break before combining with Haaland to tee up substitute Andreas Schjelderup. David Brooks briefly reduced the arrears before Haaland's emphatic spot-kick sealed the three points. Norway now face a crucial Scandinavian derby against Denmark on Tuesday.
In Group B2, Terry Devlin's second-half winner gave Northern Ireland a home victory over Ukraine, keeping them a point ahead of Hungary at the top of the group. Hungary rallied late, scoring twice inside the final 17 minutes against Georgia through an own goal and a Barnabas Varga strike, but could not close the gap at the summit.
What to Watch Next
The Norway-Denmark showdown on Tuesday shapes up as the tie of the round, with both sides fighting for Group A3 leadership. Northern Ireland will need to maintain their nerve as the League B promotion race in Group B2 goes to the wire.
Point of View
Despite their quarter-final berth, look increasingly vulnerable to high-press, counter-attacking sides. Denmark's clinical dismantling raises questions about their ceiling heading into the knockouts. Meanwhile, Gyokeres' eight-game scoring streak in international football is a data point that European clubs can no longer ignore, and Haaland's Nations League record cements Norway as more than a vehicle for one superstar — Antonio Nusa's performance on the same night was a reminder of that depth.
NationPress
15 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the result between Denmark and Portugal in the UEFA Nations League?
Denmark defeated Portugal 4-1 in a Group A4 fixture on 15 November 2026 . Goals from Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (penalty), Rasmus Hojlund (two), and Joachim Andersen sealed the win; Bernardo Silva scored a late consolation.
Which teams earned promotion from UEFA Nations League B on 15 November?
Both Sweden and Austria earned promotion from League B . Sweden won Group B4 and Austria topped Group B3 , with Sasa Kalajdzic's late winner against the Republic of Ireland clinching the latter's place in League A.
What record did Viktor Gyokeres set in the Nations League?
Viktor Gyokeres scored in a record-extending eighth consecutive international game, netting two penalties for Sweden against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Solna on 15 November 2026.
How many Nations League goals has Erling Haaland scored?
Erling Haaland has scored 23 UEFA Nations League goals , making him the competition's all-time record scorer. He reached the mark with a late penalty in Norway's 3-1 win over Wales on 15 November 2026.
What is at stake in the Norway vs Denmark match on Tuesday?
Norway and Denmark meet in a Scandinavian derby that will have significant bearing on Group A3 standings and promotion places. Norway secured momentum with a 3-1 win over Wales, while Denmark are pushing hard after their 4-1 demolition of Portugal.
