Break the curse! Cristiano Ronaldo's first career victory over Germany saw him lose all of his previous five encounters [xueting]
2025-06-05
On June 5th, Beijing time, the semi-final of the UEFA Nations League witnessed a highly anticipated match. Portugal, with a strong performance in the second half, reversed the score and defeated Germany 2-1 away from home, advancing to the final with their heads held high.
This victory holds a special significance for 40-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo - it is the first time in his career that he has defeated the German team in an official match.
Previously, Cristiano Ronaldo lost all five of his matches against Germany without a single victory. The record is as follows:
In the 2021 European Championship, Portugal lost 2-4 to Germany
In the 2014 World Cup, Portugal suffered a crushing 0-4 defeat at the mercy of Germany
In the 2012 European Cup, Portugal lost 0-1 to Germany
In the 2008 European Cup, Portugal narrowly lost to Germany 2-3
In the 2006 World Cup, Portugal lost 1-3 to Germany