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New Delhi: Portugal defeated Spain 5-3 in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw to win the Nations League with Cristiano Ronaldo visibly emotional during the celebration. Cristiano Ronaldos 138th international goal forced a penalty shootout in the final. Spains Alvaro Morata missed a crucial penalty allowing Ruben Neves to score the winning goal for Portugal. The victory prompted jubilant celebrations particularly from the Portuguese captain. Spains undefeated streak dating back to March 2023 continued with a thrilling 5-4 semifinal win against France securing their place in Sundays Munich final. Following their European Championship victory last year Spain appeared poised for another title win after Martin Zubimendi scored his second international goal in the 21st minute. Portugals Nuno Mendes scored a tying goal shortly after the opposing team took the lead capitalizing on an assist from Cristiano Ronaldo. Midfielder Pedris skillful pass set up Mikel Oyarzabal the scorer of last years European Championship final winning goal against England to regain Spains advantage before halftime. The match between Portugal and Spain was anticipated as a contest between veteran Cristiano Ronaldo and rising star Lamine Yamal highlighting a generational gap in talent. Portugals Ronaldo equalized with a close-range shot shortly after the hour mark capitalizing on an opportunity while Yamals team failed to score. Portugal won the penalty shootout after a late injury to Ronaldo and a scoreless extra time period.