The FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match, Portugal vs Spain, is set to be hosted on Monday afternoon (6 July). AT&T Stadium (Arlington, United States) is set to host this fixture.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal and Spain
Portugal
Portugal had a shocking start with a 1-1 draw against DR Congo, but they then recorded a 5-0 win against the tournament debutant Uzbekistan and a goalless draw against Colombia, as the Lusos finished second position in Group K. In the Round of 32, Portugal defeated Croatia by 2-1, as they made a comeback from 0-1 behind. Here’s Portugal All Time FIFA World Cup Stats and Records
Since 2010, Portugal have won only one Round of 16 (2022), while losing twice.
Spain
Although Spain started the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a stunning goalless draw against the tournament debutant Cape Verde, they then beat Saudi Arabia and Uruguay by 4-0 and 1-0, respectively, to finish on top of Group H. In the Round of 32, La Roja defeated Austria by 3-0. They haven’t conceded a goal yet in the ongoing tournament. Here’s Spain All Time FIFA World Cup Records and Stats
The Round of 32 win in this World Cup was Spain’s first World Cup knockout stage victory since their World Cup 2010 trophy lifting success. In the last two editions, Spain were eliminated from the Round of 16.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal vs Spain Key Match Details
Stage: Round of 16
Match Date: 6 July 2026 (Indian Date: 7 July 2026)
Match Starting Time: 14:00 Local Time (Indian Starting Time: 00:30)
Venue: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, United States
Portugal vs Spain: Head-to-Head
Stats | Overall | World Cup |
Played | 41 | 2 |
Portugal Won | 7 | 0 |
Spain Won | 18 | 1 |
Drawn | 16 | 1 |
Portugal vs Spain: FIFA World Cup
2010 (Round of 16): Spain 1 – 0 Portugal
2018 (Group Stage): Portugal 3 – 3 Spain
Portugal vs Spain: Recent Forms
Portugal Form in 2026
Portugal are unbeaten in 2026 with five wins and three draws. Last year (2025), they recorded six wins, two draws (one penalty shootout win), and two losses.
Spain Form in 2026
Spain are unbeaten since March 2024, while their last time suffered a defeat was in March 2024 when Colombia beat them by 0-1. Like Portugal, Spain have also recorded five wins and three draws.
Portugal vs Spain: Predicted Lineups
Portugal Line-up (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Diogo Costa
Defenders: João Cancelo, Diogo Dalot, Tomás Araújo, Gonçalo Inácio
Central Midfielders: João Neves, Vitinha
Attacking Midfielders: Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes, Pedro Neto
Forward: Cristiano Ronaldo
Spain Line-up (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Unai Simón
Defenders: Marcos Llorente, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella
Midfielders: Mikel Merino, Rodri, Pedri
Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal, Álex Baena
