Portugal will begin their 2026/2027 UEFA Nations League campaign in September. After the summer World Cup in North America, the team known as the “European Brazilians” will return to European competition with a new manager at the helm, Jorge Jesus. We review the odds from leading bookmakers for Portugal’s opening League A matches against Wales and Norway.
Portugal vs Wales (24 September 2026)
Portugal will host Wales in the opening round of the UEFA Nations League group stage. The match will take place at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon on 24 September 2026. Leading bookmakers expect Jorge Jesus’ team to start the competition with a comfortable home victory. Portugal are priced at average odds of 1.35 to win. A draw is available at 5.10, while a surprise Wales victory is offered at 8.50.
For bettors familiar with football markets or other forms of esports wagering such as lol betting, Portugal’s strong favouritism is immediately reflected in the odds. Under Jesus Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to continue to represent Portugal, and his team are the clear favourites in this match. Portugal are available at 1.85 with a -1.5 handicap. Bookmakers also expect an entertaining game with several goals. The odds on over 2.5 goals are 1.68.
The teams last met in a competitive match at a major tournament during the Euro 2016 semi-final. Portugal won 2-0 through goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani. They went on to win the European Championship.
Norway vs Portugal (27 September 2026)
Portugal will travel to Oslo on 27 September 2026, only three days after hosting Wales. They will face Norway at Ullevaal Stadium in the second round of the Nations League. Star striker Erling Haaland will lead the Norwegian attack. Bookmakers believe Jesus’ team will face a much tougher challenge away from home. Portugal are currently priced at 2.10 to secure all three points. The odds on a draw are 3.55, while Norway are available at 3.40 to win.
The meeting between two of the leading goalscorers of the modern era will be one of the main attractions. A close contest is expected, with both teams likely to create scoring opportunities. The “both teams to score – yes” market is priced at 1.72.
Portugal’s Nations League schedule for autumn 2026
Portugal will compete in Group 4 of League A in this season’s Nations League. Jesus’ team are considered the leading candidates to qualify for the play-offs. Their full schedule for the autumn stage is:
- Portugal vs Wales (24 September 2026)
- Norway vs Portugal (27 September 2026)
- Denmark vs Portugal (1 October 2026)
- Portugal vs Norway (4 October 2026)
- Portugal vs Denmark (14 November 2026)
Portugal’s record against Wales and Norway
Portugal have an impressive record against their upcoming opponents in the September Nations League window. They have never lost to Wales on home soil. In four matches against the Welsh, Portugal won three and lost one.
The trip to Norway will feature the first international meeting between Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland. This makes the match in Oslo one of the most anticipated events of the European football calendar in autumn 2026. Portugal’s full record against the Norwegians is eight victories, two draws and a single defeat in 11 matches.
