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Portugal faces Spain in World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 3:00 AM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Portugal faces Spain in World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash

Summary

Portugal and Spain meet in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup on July 6 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Spain enters this match after a dominant victory against Austria, showcasing their best performance of the tournament. In contrast, Portugal qualified for this stage amid controversy after narrowly defeating Croatia in their previous match. Despite their recent struggles, Portugal's talented roster remains a significant threat. This matchup is notable for the individual battle between Lamine Yamal and Nuno Mendes, reflecting previous encounters between the teams.

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By the Numbers

•Match takes place on July 6, 2026, at 3pm ET.
•Spain defeated Austria to reach the Round of 16.
•Portugal controversially advanced past Croatia.
•Lamine Yamal and Nuno Mendes highlight key individual matchups.
•AT&T Stadium in Dallas will host the game.

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What they're saying

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Portugal and Spain face off in their Round of 16 fixture at the Dallas Stadium on Monday as both teams look to progress to the quarter-finals, where they will face the winner of the USA vs Belgium mat...
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