Diogo Costa, the goalkeeper for the Portugal national team, expressed his immense happiness at winning the UEFA Nations League title after defeating Spain in the final, which was decided by penalties with a score of 5/3, following a 2/2 draw at the end of regular and extra time.

Costa spoke about the crucial moments leading up to the penalties, saying: "My focus at that moment was to raise the positive energy and help each other, I did that to support my team, and I am very happy."

He added in his statements: "My saves were not the only important thing; all the penalties were executed excellently, we are very happy with this title."

Regarding Álvaro Morata's penalty, the only one missed by the Spanish players, Costa jokingly replied: "If I reveal it, everyone will start to know the secret," then clarified: "I rely a lot on instinct, I look at the body, at the eyes, and then I leave it to feeling and rush with all my strength towards the ball."

The Portuguese goalkeeper praised his team's capabilities, saying: "It is clear that we have immense quality; everyone can see that we have enough potential to achieve great things for the Portuguese people."

Diogo Costa concluded his statements with a clear message, saying: "World Cup? We are ready," referring to the preparations for the 2026 World Cup.