Republic of Ireland and Israel
27 September 2026

Republic of Ireland beat Israel 3-0 in Debrecen for their first Nations League win of the campaign. Troy Parrott, Adam Idah and Jack Moylan scored inside the opening 25 minutes to put the match beyond the hosts before half-time.

Parrott opened the scoring before Idah doubled the lead three minutes later, with Moylan adding a third soon after. Israel improved after the break, but Caoimhin Kelleher kept them out as Ireland completed a clean-sheet victory.

Portugal and Norway
27 September 2026

Portugal beat Norway 2-1 in Oslo to make it two wins from two in the Nations League. Joao Felix opened the scoring, Erling Haaland equalised after half-time and Goncalo Ramos restored Portugal’s lead three minutes later.

Norway created more chances and pressured Portugal for long periods, but goalkeeper Orjan Nyland’s misplaced pass allowed Ramos to score the winner. Cristiano Ronaldo remained on the bench as Portugal ended Norway’s 15-match unbeaten home run.

Greece and Germany
27 September 2026

Greece recorded their first-ever victory over Germany with a 1-0 Nations League win in Augsburg. Dimitrios Kourbelis scored the decisive goal in the 74th minute, handing Jurgen Klopp his first defeat as Germany head coach.

Germany dominated possession but struggled to create meaningful chances against Greece’s deep defensive shape. Kourbelis’ deflected finish settled the match, sending Greece to six points from two games while Germany remained on one after their opening draw.

Netherlands and Serbia
27 September 2026

Mexx Meerdink scored twice as the Netherlands beat Serbia 2-1 to secure their first victory under Xavi Hernandez. Meerdink converted a first-half penalty before scoring again after Luka Jovic had levelled immediately after the break.

The Netherlands controlled much of the match and regained the lead when Ruben van Bommel created Meerdink’s second goal. The win followed their opening draw with Germany, although Cody Gakpo left early with an ankle injury requiring further assessment.

Rosario Central, Estudiantes and Angel Di Maria
26 September 2026

Rosario Central won Argentina’s Supercopa Internacional after beating Estudiantes 3-1 at the Madre de Ciudades stadium. Angel Di Maria scored twice, first from a free-kick and then from the penalty spot, before Julian Fernandez added a stoppage-time third.

Estudiantes led after 53 seconds through Alexis Castro, but Di Maria overturned the match before half-time. The final stages descended into clashes between players, while Estudiantes president Juan Sebastian Veron confronted referee Dario Herrera after disputing several decisions.

Saudi Arabia and Oman
26 September 2026

Saudi Arabia became the first team to reach the Gulf Cup 27 semi-finals after beating Oman 3-0 in Jeddah. The victory gave the Green Falcons six points from two group matches and secured their progression.

Saudi Arabia followed their opening victory over Kuwait with another win, marking the first time since 1979 that they have won their opening two Gulf Cup matches. A draw against Iraq in the final group game would secure top spot.