Portugal and Spain meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 at TBD on July 6, 2026. Preview kickoff times, form, and head-to-head here. Bookmark for live scores on matchday — full schedule on fixtures.
Portugal vs Spain — World Cup 2026 Kickoff Time and Venue
Portugal vs Spain kicks off at 7:00 PM UTC (Monday, July 6 at 3:00 PM EDT; Monday 6 July at 20:00 BST for UK viewers). Local kickoff: Monday, July 6 at 7:00 PM UTC. The match is staged at TBD, one of the host venues for the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Fans planning travel or watch parties should note the Round of 16 slot in the World Cup 2026 calendar. Our fixtures page converts every World Cup 2026 kickoff to your local timezone automatically.
Portugal Team News, Form and World Cup 2026 Squad
Portugal arrive with recent form reading W D W from our World Cup 2026 results database. Squad selection, injuries, and the starting shape will be confirmed closer to kickoff — check the Lineups tab on this page when teamsheets are published.
In World Cup 2026, Portugal need a strong showing against Spain to control their own destiny. The home crowd advantage and tournament experience will factor into how they approach this World Cup 2026 fixture tactically.
Spain Team News, Form and World Cup 2026 Tactics
Spain bring form of W W W into this World Cup 2026 test. Their tactical identity — pressing height, width, and transition speed — will be scrutinised by Portugal in preparation.
Danger players for Spain can change a World Cup 2026 group game in a single moment. Expect a disciplined defensive structure with bursts forward when space appears against Portugal.
Head-to-Head — Portugal vs Spain History
Portugal and Spain have limited recent competitive history, making this World Cup 2026 World Cup 2026 tie harder to predict from past results alone.
Open the H2H tab above for dates, scores, and competition context. At a World Cup, motivation and squad depth often matter more than distant head-to-head records.
Portugal vs Spain World Cup 2026 Predictions
On paper, Portugal vs Spain in World Cup 2026 looks finely balanced. Form (W D W vs W W W), squad depth, and opening-match nerves all influence the likely shape of the game. A low-scoring draw or a one-goal margin either way fits the profile of tight World Cup 2026 group openers.
World Cup 2026 World Cup 2026 Standings Before Round of 16
Before kickoff, the World Cup 2026 table reads: 1. Colombia — 6pts; 2. Portugal — 4pts; 3. Congo DR — 1pts; 4. Uzbekistan — 0pts. Both Portugal and Spain understand the stakes: the top two places advance, with the best third-placed teams also in contention across the wider tournament.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombia | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 2 | Portugal | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 |
| 3 | Congo DR | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -7 | 0 |
How to Watch Portugal vs Spain World Cup 2026 Live
In the United States, Portugal vs Spain is carried on FOX Sports and Telemundo (Spanish). UK viewers can watch on BBC and ITV (free to air). SBS (Australia), MBC/KBS/SBS (South Korea), and national broadcasters in each competing country also hold rights in their territories. FWC Live Score does not link to unofficial streams — use your national broadcaster's official World Cup 2026 TV schedule. For kickoff times see our fixtures page and how to watch guide.
FAQs
- Q: What time is Portugal vs Spain kick-off at World Cup 2026?
- A: Monday, July 6 at 3:00 PM EDT (Monday 6 July at 20:00 BST UK).
- Q: Where is Portugal vs Spain World Cup 2026 being played?
- A: TBD.
- Q: What TV channel shows Portugal vs Spain World Cup 2026?
- A: FOX Sports and Telemundo (Spanish) (USA); BBC and ITV (free to air) (UK).
- Q: What are the World Cup 2026 World Cup 2026 standings?
- A: 1. Colombia — 6pts; 2. Portugal — 4pts; 3. Congo DR — 1pts; 4. Uzbekistan — 0pts
- Q: Who is the favourite to win Portugal vs Spain World Cup 2026?
- A: Both sides enter with credible squads; our preview above analyses form and tactics without gambling odds.