Portugal faces Uzbekistan in World Cup group match today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 6:30 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Portugal plays Uzbekistan in a Group K match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at NRG Stadium in Houston today at 12 PM local time. After a disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo, Portugal needs a win to keep its knockout stage hopes alive. Cristiano Ronaldo will be looking to bounce back after a lackluster performance in the opener. Uzbekistan, making their World Cup debut, seeks at least a draw following a 3-1 loss to Colombia.
- •Portugal vs Uzbekistan kickoff at NRG Stadium today at 12 PM local time
- •Portugal needs a win to revive knockout stage hopes
- •Cristiano Ronaldo aims for redemption after a poor opener
- •Uzbekistan requires at least a draw to stay in the tournament
- •Match follows a 1-1 draw for Portugal and a 3-1 loss for Uzbekistan
- 6:30 AMYahoo Sports — Ronaldo, Portugal play Uzbekistan in World Cup: prediction and team news
"Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal face Uzbekistan in a must-win group match, as race for the knockouts intensifies.
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