Portugal
Portugal’s World Cup journey is shaped by legendary talents, memorable deep runs, and a steady rise into one of Europe’s most respected footballing powers. The nation’s best finishes came in 1966, when Portugal secured third place, and in 2006, when a new golden generation led the team to a fourth-place finish. With eight World Cup appearances—1966, 1986, 2002, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022—the team reached the semifinals in 2006 and advanced from the group stage in most of the recent editions. Eusébio’s extraordinary nine-goal performance in 1966, which earned him the Golden Boot, remains one of the greatest individual displays in tournament history. In the modern era, Cristiano Ronaldo has become Portugal’s top World Cup scorer with eight goals and holds the unprecedented record of scoring in five different World Cups from 2006 to 2022.
Discover the official Portugal squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Explore player profiles, positions, and key stats for each member of the team as they prepare to compete on football’s biggest stage.
João Félix Sequeira
Attacker
Nov 10, 1999
João Pedro Cavaco Cancelo
Defender
May 27, 1994
José Diogo Dalot Teixeira
Defender
Mar 18, 1999
Gonçalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes
Attacker
Nov 29, 1996
Bruno Miguel Borges Fernandes
Midfielder
Sep 8, 1994
José Pedro Malheiro de Sá
Goalkeeper
Jan 17, 1993
Pedro Lomba Neto
Midfielder
Mar 9, 2000
Ricardo Jorge da Luz Horta
Attacker
Sep 15, 1994
João Paulo Dias Fernandes
Attacker
Nov 9, 1992
Francisco António Machado Mota de Castro Trincão
Midfielder
Dec 29, 1999
Gonçalo Matias Ramos
Attacker
Jun 20, 2001
Matheus Luiz Nunes
Midfielder
Aug 27, 1998
Mário Ricardo Silva Velho
Goalkeeper
Aug 20, 1998
Vítor Machado Ferreira
Midfielder
Feb 13, 2000
Tomás Lemos Araújo
Defender
May 16, 2002
Samuel de Almeida Costa
Midfielder
Nov 27, 2000
Gonçalo Bernardo Inácio
Defender
Aug 25, 2001
António João Pereira de Albuquerque Tavares
Defender
Oct 30, 2003
João Pedro Gonçalves Neves
Midfielder
Sep 27, 2004
Mateus Gonçalo Espanha Fernandes
Midfielder
Jul 10, 2004
Meet the coaching staff behind Portugal’s World Cup 2026 campaign. Learn about the head coach, assistant coaches, and support team who are responsible for preparing the squad and leading them on the path to glory.
Roberto Martínez Montoliú
Birthday:
Jul 13, 1973
Nationality:
Spain
Explore the most recent matches played by Portugal in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Get insights into match results, key moments, and player performances.
USA vs Portugal
0 : 2
Mar 31, 2026 • Friendlies
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Mexico vs Portugal
0 : 0
Mar 29, 2026 • Friendlies
Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
Portugal vs Armenia
9 : 1
Nov 16, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Estádio do Dragão, Porto
Rep. Of Ireland vs Portugal
2 : 0
Nov 13, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Portugal vs Hungary
2 : 2
Oct 14, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Estádio José Alvalade, Lisbon
Portugal vs Rep. Of Ireland
1 : 0
Oct 11, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Estádio José Alvalade, Lisbon
Hungary vs Portugal
2 : 3
Sep 9, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Puskás Aréna, Budapest
Armenia vs Portugal
0 : 5
Sep 6, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium, Yerevan
Portugal vs Spain
2 : 2
Jun 8, 2025 • UEFA Nations League
Allianz Arena, München
Germany vs Portugal
1 : 2
Jun 4, 2025 • UEFA Nations League
Allianz Arena, München
Follow Portugal’s journey to the FIFA World Cup 2026, from the qualification process to their performance in the tournament. See how they secured their spot and what challenges they faced along the way.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Mar 23, 2023 | Portugal vs Liechtenstein | Estádio José Alvalade | Lisboa | 4:0 |
2 | Mar 26, 2023 | Luxembourg vs Portugal | Stade de Luxembourg | Luxembourg | 0:6 |
3 | Jun 17, 2023 | Portugal vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica | Lisboa | 3:0 |
4 | Jun 20, 2023 | Iceland vs Portugal | Laugardalsvöllur | Reykjavík | 0:1 |
5 | Sep 8, 2023 | Slovakia vs Portugal | Štadión Tehelné pole | Bratislava | 0:1 |
6 | Sep 11, 2023 | Portugal vs Luxembourg | Estádio Do Algarve | Almancil | 9:0 |
7 | Oct 13, 2023 | Portugal vs Slovakia | Estádio Do Dragão | Porto | 3:2 |
8 | Oct 16, 2023 | Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Portugal | Stadion Bilino Polje | Zenica | 0:5 |
9 | Nov 16, 2023 | Liechtenstein vs Portugal | Rheinpark Stadion | Vaduz | 0:2 |
10 | Nov 19, 2023 | Portugal vs Iceland | Estádio José Alvalade | Lisboa | 2:0 |
11 | Sep 6, 2025 | Armenia vs Portugal | Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium | Yerevan | 0:5 |
12 | Sep 9, 2025 | Hungary vs Portugal | Puskás Aréna | Budapest | 2:3 |
13 | Oct 11, 2025 | Portugal vs Rep. Of Ireland | Estádio José Alvalade | Lisbon | 1:0 |
14 | Oct 14, 2025 | Portugal vs Hungary | Estádio José Alvalade | Lisbon | 2:2 |
15 | Nov 13, 2025 | Rep. Of Ireland vs Portugal | Aviva Stadium | Dublin | 2:0 |
16 | Nov 16, 2025 | Portugal vs Armenia | Estádio do Dragão | Porto | 9:1 |
Explore Portugal’s rich history in the FIFA World Cup, from their debut to their most memorable moments. Discover key matches, legendary players, and the team’s journey through past tournaments as they aim for glory in 2026.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo is Portugal’s greatest player ever and one of the most decorated footballers in history. As the nation’s all-time top scorer and most capped player, he led Portugal to victory at Euro 2016 and the 2019 Nations League. His longevity, leadership, and decisive goals define Portugal’s modern golden era.
Bruno Fernandes
A high-output leader who brings creativity, tempo, and decisive results from midfield. Fernandes is a match-winner with goals and assists in big matches, and his intensity sets the tone for Portugal’s modern attacking identity.
Rafael Leão
Portugal’s most explosive wide attacker of the current generation. Leão’s pace, dribbling, and direct running stretch defenses and give Portugal a devastating transition threat at the top level.
Rúben Dias
Portugal’s defensive player and the organizer at the back. Dias combines leadership and aerial dominance, giving Portugal the stability needed to compete deep into major tournaments.
Bernardo Silva
Bernardo Silva represents Portugal’s modern technical excellence. A creative playmaker with elite ball control and work rate, he has been vital in major tournaments since 2018 and continues to be central to Portugal’s future.
Diogo Costa
Portugal’s modern No.1 goalkeeper and a key figure for the next era. Known for calm under pressure, sharp reflexes, and confidence in big moments, Costa provides a reliable foundation behind Portugal’s defense.
Luís Figo
Luís Figo was the face of Portugal’s football revival in the late 1990s and early 2000s. A Ballon d’Or winner (2000), he captained Portugal to the Euro 2004 final and consistently delivered creativity and leadership on the world stage.
Eusébio
Eusébio remains Portugal’s most iconic historic figure. He was the top scorer of the 1966 World Cup, leading Portugal to a legendary third-place finish. His athleticism, shooting power, and global reputation helped put Portuguese football on the world map.
Fernando Peyroteo
A historic scoring phenomenon and one of the most legendary strikers Portugal has ever produced. Peyroteo’s extraordinary goal rate and dominance in his era made him a foundational figure in Portuguese football and a benchmark for pure finishing excellence.
Rui Costa
One of Portugal’s most creative playmakers and a true symbol of the “Golden Generation.” Known for vision, passing range, and calm leadership, Rui Costa shaped Portugal’s attacking identity across major tournaments and remains one of the nation’s most iconic midfield creators.
Portugal will play its World Cup 2026 matches in the following stadiums across North America. Each venue offers a unique atmosphere and experience for fans, with state-of-the-art facilities and passionate local support. Check the schedule to see which stadiums will host Portugal’s group stage and potential knockout matches.
FIFA is employing a dynamic pricing model, so prices can go up or down depending on demand. Due to this, there is no specific price point as yet. Fans can expect prices to vary across tournament phases and matches. As a result, the lowest official stadium prices, for example, are anticipated to start from around $60, while premium hospitality packages can run up to $7,875.
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