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Scotland's hopes dashed as Poland snatches victory with a last-minute penalty! Plus, Ronaldo's legendary 900th goal steals the spotlight!

In a thrilling encounter at Hampden Park, Scotland faced Poland in their UEFA Nations League debut, and the drama unfolded until the very last moments. The Scots found themselves in a precarious position at halftime, trailing 2-0 after Polish goals from Karol Swiderski and Grzegorz Krychowiak. However, the second half bore witness to a Scottish resurgence, with goals from Lyndon Dykes and Ryan Christie leveling the score at 2-2. Just when it looked like Scotland would salvage a point, Poland’s Nicola Zalewski converted a penalty in the 97th minute, leaving the home crowd in utter disbelief as they snatched a 3-2 victory.

Meanwhile, across Europe in Lisbon, Cristiano Ronaldo made history by scoring his 900th career goal, propelling Portugal to a 2-1 win against Croatia. The 38-year-old superstar showcased his enduring talent and grit, netting the milestone in typical Ronaldo style. With this fantastic achievement, he not only scored for his country but also added another feather to his cap as one of the greatest footballers of all time. Ronaldo's longevity in the game serves as inspiration to many, proving that age is just a number.

As the new Nations League season unfolds, teams are vying for the top spots, and surprises continue to emerge. Just a few weeks into the campaign, countries like San Marino are celebrating victories that haven’t come in over 20 years, highlighting the unpredictable nature of international football. Scotland's disappointing start raises questions about their preparation for the upcoming Euro 2024, yet the hope remains that they can turn things around in the matches to come. With such close contests, football supporters are in for an electrifying season ahead!

For Scotland, this loss at home is a hard pill to swallow, especially against a Poland side that has shown strength in crucial moments. Despite this setback, the Scots have the chance to bounce back in their upcoming fixtures, potentially learning from their mistakes. As they regroup and refocus, fans will undoubtedly be cheering them on in their quest for redemption.

Did you know that Cristiano Ronaldo is the all-time leading goal scorer in international football? His incredible tally surpasses that of many legendary players. As for Scotland, their fierce rivalry with Poland intensifies, adding more chapters to their storied football history. The Nations League promises more thrilling encounters, captivating moments, and perhaps even more history-making events this season!

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Scotland 2-3 Poland: Nations League – as it happened (The Guardian)

Minute-by-minute report: Scotland came from 2-0 down at half-time to level but lost to a stoppage-time penalty at Hampden. Scott Murray was watching.

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LIVE Portugal vs Croatia score, Nations League: POR 2-1 CRO ... (Sportstar)

POR vs CRO: Follow for the live score and match updates from the Nations League clash between Portugal and Croatia.

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Cristiano Ronaldo scores his 900th career goal in Portugal's Nations ... (The Pioneer)

The star forward found the net in the 34th minute at the Stadium of Light in Lisbon.

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The UEFA Nations League: How does it work, what's changed and ... (The Athletic)

Each team will play six games in the league phase, one home and one away against each of the three teams in their Group. The four group winners in Leagues B and ...

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Portugal v Croatia - UEFA Nations League result as Cristiano ... (Eurosport.com)

Welcome to our live text coverage of Portugal v Croatia in the UEFA Nations League, with Cristiano Ronaldo eyeing his 900th career goal.

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Scotland v Poland LIVE: Nations League result and reaction as late ... (Yahoo Sports)

Scotland beaten by Poland in the first match since Euro 2024 campaign · GOAL! Zalewski wins then scores the penalty to break Scottish hearts (SCO 2-3 POL) · GOAL!

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UEFA Nations League 2024-25 full schedule, live match timings and ... (Business Standard)

The defending champions Spain will be opening their campaign on September 5 with the 2018-19 winners Portugal starring Cristiano Ronaldo also involved in ...

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Nations League: What can Scotland expect from Poland? (BBC News)

BBC Sport Scotland commentator Liam McLeod assesses what Scotland can expect from Poland in Thursday's Nations League opener.

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Nations League round-up: Scotland concede late penalty in Poland ... (Eurosport.com)

San Marino have won an international football match for the first time in more than 20 years, while Scotland lost 3-2 at home to Poland after conceding ...

2024/25 Nations League: All the league phase fixtures and results (UEFA.com)

Check out all the league phase fixtures and results for the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League.

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Nations League 2024/25 fixtures, results, table, schedule, teams ... (Sky Sports)

The Nations League is back with England and the Republic of Ireland drawn together in Group B2; Scotland play in League A for the first time, having topped ...

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Serbia v Spain - UEFA Nations League as it happened as La Roja ... (BT Sport)

Welcome to our live text coverage of Serbia v Spain in the UEFA Nations League, as we see the first outing of last summer's Euro 2024 winners, ...

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Watch UEFA Nations League Soccer: Livestream Serbia vs. Spain ... (CNET)

Just a mere seven weeks since being crowned European Champions after defeating England in the final of Euro 2024, La Roja kick off the new Nations League ...

UEFA Nations League Matchday 1 Thursday round-up: Wins for ... (UEFA.com)

Cristiano Ronaldo was on target as Portugal, Denmark and Poland all made winning starts on an historic night for San Marino.

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Serbia 0-0 Spain: Lamine Yamal among La Roja stars stifled as ... (Eurosport.com)

Spain weren't able to kick off their UEFA Nations League campaign with a win after they were held by Serbia in Belgrade.

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Euro winners Spain held in Nations League, Ronaldo scores 900th ... (FRANCE 24)

Spain were held by Serbia in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday in their first game since winning Euro 2024, while Cristiano Ronaldo reached another ...

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Poland seal Nations League win with late penalty to spoil Scotland ... (The Guardian)

A 97th-minute penalty from Nicola Zalewski gave Poland a 3-2 win against Scotland, who had fought back to level the Nations League opener at 2-2.

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Nations League round-up: Scotland concede late penalty in Poland ... (BT Sport)

San Marino have won an international football match for the first time in more than 20 years, while Scotland lost 3-2 at home to Poland after conceding ...

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Late penalty drama inflicts defeat on Scotland in Nations League ... (The Independent)

Scotland 2-3 Poland: Nicola Zalewski's late spot kick ensured Steve Clarke's men suffered a heartbreaking loss at Hampden Park.

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Portugal 2-1 Croatia: Cristiano Ronaldo nets landmark 900th goal to ... (BT Sport)

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 900th career goal to help Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 and make a winning start to the Nations League.

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Portugal v Croatia - UEFA Nations League LIVE as Portugal take the ... (BT Sport)

Welcome to our live text coverage of Portugal v Croatia in the UEFA Nations League, with Cristiano Ronaldo eyeing his 900th career goal.

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Cristiano Ronaldo admits 900th goal in Nations League win over ... (Eurosport.com)

Cristiano Ronaldo insisted that records "haunt" him after scoring his 900th goal for club and country in Portugal's 2-1 win over Croatia in the Nations ...

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Cristiano Ronaldo admits 900th goal in Nations League win over ... (BT Sport)

Cristiano Ronaldo insisted that records "haunt" him after scoring his 900th goal for club and country in Portugal's 2-1 win over Croatia in the Nations ...

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Where to watch France vs. Italy, odds, prediction: UEFA Nations ... (CBSSports.com)

After a disappointing UEFA 2024 Euro, Italy are back and will debut their Nations League campaign in Paris against France to start a new cycle under coach ...

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Nations League: Spain plays out drab goalless draw against Serbia (Sportstar)

Euro 2024 champion Spain was held to a dour goalless away draw with Serbia in Nations League Group Four, ending a nine-game winning streak and dropping its ...

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Nations League: Ronaldo's 900th goal helps Portugal to 2-1 win ... (Sportstar)

Cristiano Ronaldo's 900th career goal helped Portugal to a 2-1 win over Croatia in their first Nations League game on Thursday as Diogo Dalot opened the ...

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UEFA Nations League: Euro 2024 winners Spain held by Serbia ... (Firstpost)

Luis de la Fuente's Spain are also the reigning Nations League champions having won the most recent edition of the tournament last year.

Where to watch the Nations League: TV broadcast partners, live ... (UEFA.com)

Find your local UEFA Nations League broadcast partner(s) below. Exact matches available are subject to the individual broadcaster schedules. Europe. Albania: ...

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Portugal beats Croatia in UEFA Nations League, Cristiano Ronaldo ... (Fall River Herald News)

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player in soccer history to score 900 goals as Portugal beat Croatia in a Group A1 match of UEFA Nations League.

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Ronaldo's 900th goal seals Nations League win (beIN SPORTS AUSTRALIA)

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 900th career goal as Portugal edged Croatia 2-1 in their UEFA Nations League clash at Estadio da Luz.

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Nations League: Cristiano Ronaldo's 900th goal powers Portugal to ... (India Today)

Nations League: Cristiano Ronaldo made his 900th goal in his career as Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 on Thursday. Ronaldo scored in the 34th minute of the ...

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Wales vs. Turkey 2024 livestream: Watch UEFA Nations League for ... (Mashable)

Live stream Wales vs. Turkey in the UEFA Nations League for free from anywhere in the world.

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France vs. Italy 2024 livestream: Watch UEFA Nations League for free (Mashable)

Live stream France vs. Italy in the UEFA Nations League for free from anywhere in the world.

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Nations League: Wales v Turkey, France v Italy and more – clockwatch (The Guardian)

Fine results for Belgium, Iceland and Romania. Wales and ten-man Turkey will be happy enough for different reasons. But the big news is Italy's first win in ...

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Wales vs Turkey LIVE: Latest Nations League score and updates as ... (The Independent)

Bellamy takes charge of Wales for the first time as the Dragons kick off their Nations League campaign.

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What channel is Wales v Turkey Nations League match on? TV ... (Radio Times)

Check out how to watch Wales v Turkey in the Nations League, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.

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LIVE: France vs Italy – UEFA Nations League football Group A2 (Aljazeera.com)

Follow our updates as France host Italy in their opening League A Group 2 match in the Nations League.

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France - Italy live: UEFA Nations League - Football - TNT Sports (BT Sport)

Get the latest Football updates on TNT Sports. Catch France - Italy live on 06/09/2024. Find scores, stats and comments in real time.

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Wales vs Turkey LIVE: Latest Nations League score and updates as ... (Yahoo Sports)

Bellamy takes charge of Wales for the first time as the Dragons kick off their Nations League campaign.

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Nations League: France vs. Italy official line-ups (Football Italia)

Italy start Sandro Tonali, Riccardo Calafiori, Lorenzo Pellegrini and Matteo Retegui in the Nations League trip to France, including a trio of Milan players ...

UEFA Nations League Matchday 1 Friday round-up: Wins for Italy ... (UEFA.com)

Italy had a night to remember in Paris while Belgium and Romania were among the other winners on the second night of 2024/25 UEFA Nations League action.

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Italy beat France in Nations League despite conceding inside 13 ... (FRANCE 24)

Italy recovered from conceding inside 13 seconds to fight back and beat France 3-1 in their UEFA Nations League clash in Paris on Friday, with Federico ...

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France 1-3 Italy: Kylian Mbappe fails to fire as Didier Deschamps ... (Eurosport.com)

Italy came from behind to beat France 3-1 at the Parc des Princes in Paris to get their UEFA Nations League campaign off to a flyer.

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Nations League | France 1-3 Italy: Amazing Azzurri comeback (Football Italia)

Italy conceded after just 14 seconds in Paris, but fought back to stun France 3-1 in the Nations League with a spectacular Federico Dimarco volley, ...

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Liveblog Nations League: France vs. Italy (Yahoo Sports)

This page will update live with the latest relevant news, no need to refresh the page!Join us for all the build-up and action as it happens from the Nations ...

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Nations League roundup: Italy stun France despite conceding in 12 ... (The Guardian)

Bradley Barcola scored for the home side in the first minute at the Parc des Princes but the visitors fought back to win 3-1 as Sandro Tonali made his first ...

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UEFA Nations League: New chance for De Ligt to show ability for ... (Sportstar)

The new Manchester United signing did not get any game time at the tournament in Germany in June-July but looks likely to start alongside Virgil van Dijk in ...

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Italy beat France, Belgium win and Wales held in Nations League (FRANCE 24)

Italy recovered from conceding inside 13 seconds to fight back and beat France 3-1 in their UEFA Nations League clash in Paris on Friday, while Belgium beat ...

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Nations League: Craig Bellamy's Wales held by 10-man Turkey ... (Eurosport.com)

Nations League: Craig Bellamy's Wales held by 10-man Turkey, Kevin De Bruyne hits brace in Belgium win over Israel · Craig Bellamy took charge of Wales for the ...

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Italy Beat France, Belgium Win And Wales Held In Nations League (Barron's)

Italy recovered from conceding inside 13 seconds to fight back and beat France 3-1 in their UEFA Nations League clash in Paris on Friday, while Belgium beat ...

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Nations League: Wales draw with Turkey in Bellamy bow (RTE.ie)

Wales began the Craig Bellamy era with a 0-0 Nations League draw against 10-man Turkey in Cardiff.

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Italy win Nations League opener despite 13-second goal for France (Largs and Millport Weekly News)

It did not take long for France to take the lead when Bradley Barcola smashed home inside 13 seconds but Italy pulled level after Federico Dimarco played a neat ...

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Haaland kept scoreless by Kazakhstan's five-man defense in ... (Porterville Recorder)

Maybe the English Premier League teams struggling to contain Erling Haaland should consider employing the 5-4-1 formation that Kazakhstan used against ...

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Haaland kept scoreless by Kazakhstan's five-man defense in ... (goskagit.com)

Maybe the English Premier League teams struggling to contain Erling Haaland should consider employing the 5-4-1 formation that Kazakhstan used against ...

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Kazakhstan 0-0 Norway: Haaland fires a blank in Nations League ... (beIN SPORTS USA)

Erling Haaland missed several chances as Norway failed to make a winning start to their Nations League campaign on Friday.

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Nations League: Italy comes from behind to stun France in 3-1 win (Sportstar)

Bradley Barcola found the net in the opening minute for France when he caught Giovanni Di Lorenzo napping and raced into the area before curling his shot past ...

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