Portugal vs Spain: Starting Lineups Announced

One of the most anticipated matches of the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 is about to begin. The starting lineups for the Iberian derby between Portugal and Spain have been revealed.

The match kicks off at 23:59 Tashkent time. The winning team will advance to the quarterfinals of the World Cup.

Ronaldo leads the Portuguese attack

Cristiano Ronaldo will start for the Portugal national team. He will be supported in the attacking line by João Félix and Pedro Neto.

Bruno Fernandes, João Neves, and Vitinha will operate in midfield. The defense features Cancelo, Dias, Veiga, and Nuno Mendes.

Portugal's starting lineup:

• Costa, Cancelo, Dias, Veiga, Mendes, Fernandes, João Neves, Vitinha, Neto, Félix, Ronaldo.

Spain attacks with Yamal

Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal, and Álex Baena will lead Spain's attacking line.

Rodri, Pedri, and Dani Olmo will control the midfield and organize attacks. Unai Simón will guard the goal.

Spain's starting lineup:

• Simón, Porro, Cubarsí, Laporte, Cucurella, Pedri, Olmo, Rodri, Baena, Oyarzabal, Yamal.

Quarterfinal spot at stake

2026 World Cup. Round of 16

Portugal — Spain

Kick-off time: 23:59, Tashkent time.

On one side, an experienced Portugal led by Ronaldo; on the other, Spain with stars like Yamal and Pedri. There is no room for error in the Iberian derby — defeat means saying goodbye to the World Cup.