This report covers every moment from the match held at Tony Bezzina Stadium as Portugal met Norway in a decisive semi final at the European Under-19 Championship in Malta. From the opening whistle to the final whistle, the Portuguese side showed a clear edge, sealing a 5-0 victory that propelled them toward the final in the island nation, a result that reflected a night where strategy met execution.
The contest pitted Portugal’s youth side against Norway’s young team in a clash that mattered for both programs. Portugal entered with a strong plan and found moments to execute it, while Norway faced a tall order, struggling to keep pace as the game unfolded. The early phases set the tone, with Portugal finding rhythm and looking sharp in the final third, and the Norwegian defense working hard to withstand pressure. The match ultimately swung decisively in favor of Portugal, who dominated the proceedings and converted their chances with clinical efficiency.
Details and context from the Portugal Under-19 versus Norway Under-19 game illustrate a semi final that leaned heavily toward the Portuguese side, who controlled the tempo and capitalized on opportunities as the minutes accumulated. This fixture, part of the Malta 2023 tournament phase, showcased top youth talent emerging on a continental stage and offered a preview of potential future stars in European competition.
The live summary of the Portugal Under-19 vs. Norway Under-19 Euro Under-19 Malta 2023 semi-finals: videos, goals, lineups and statistics
Minute 68. Gooooool! Portugal U19 5, Norway U19 0. Carlos Borges powered a left footed strike from the center of the box into the bottom right corner, after a rapid break finished by Rodrigo Ribeiro who delivered the assist from the flank run. The finish capped a dominant evening for Portugal, highlighting a sequence of moves built on speed and precision.
Minute 65. Gooooool! Portugal U19 4, Norway U19 0. Rodrigo Ribeiro met a cross with a close range header into the right corner, with Samuel Justo providing the assist as the ball found the back of the net from a well-delivered set-piece.
First Half ends, Portugal U19 3, Norway U19 0.
Thirty minutes in, Gooooool! Portugal U19 3, Norway U19 0. Rodrigo Ribeiro finished from the left side of the six yard area to the center, a finish made possible by Gustavo Sá’s header from a corner.
Thirty minutes in, Gooooool! Portugal U19 2, Norway U19 0. Hugo Félix converted a penalty with his right foot, driving the ball low near the left post to put Portugal ahead in a convincing display of control.
Minute 15. Penalty conceded by Erik Flataker after a handball in the penalty area, giving Portugal a chance to extend their lead from the spot.
Minute 3. Gooooool! Portugal U19 1, Norway U19 0. Gustavo Sá connected with a sharp right footed finish from close range, placing the ball into the bottom right corner to start the scoring spree.