The story
The Portugal national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the A Seleção, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 6 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
A legend's last World Cup, surrounded by a frighteningly talented supporting cast.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Portugal will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group K and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group K. The connection between Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Cristiano Ronaldo - the clinical forward who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Portugal are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
Portogallo 
Uzbekistan Portogallo 5-0 Uzbekistan
Portogallo 5-0 Uzbekistan. Girone K. Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. mer 17 giu.
Portogallo 
Colombia Portogallo 0-0 Colombia
Portogallo 0-0 Colombia. Girone K. Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. dom 21 giu.
Portogallo 
RD del Congo Portogallo 1-1 RD del Congo
Portogallo 1-1 RD del Congo. Girone K. Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. lun 22 giu.
Portogallo 
Croazia Portogallo 2-1 Croazia
Portogallo 2-1 Croazia. Trentaduesimi. BMO Field, Toronto. gio 2 lug.
Spagna Portogallo Spagna 1-0 Portogallo
Spagna 1-0 Portogallo. Ottavi di finale. AT&T Stadium, Dallas. lun 6 lug.