๐ต๐น Portugal at the 2026 World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo's last World Cup appearance at 41.
Ronaldo's Last Stand
Portugal have never won the World Cup, but they have produced some of the most memorable moments in tournament history. Third place in 1966, the Eusebio era, then Cristiano Ronaldo carrying them to a 2006 semi-final. In 2026, a talented squad has the depth to go beyond any finish in their history.
At the 2026 World Cup, Portugal are placed in Group K alongside Colombia, DR Congo, Uzbekistan. The top 2 teams from every group advance to the Round of 32, and the 8 best third-placed teams also go through. Every match matters from minute one.
With 9 World Cup appearances in their history and a best finish of Third place (1966), Portugal bring experience to a tournament that is larger and more competitive than ever before.
Group K Draw
All 4 teams in Portugal's group. Top 2 advance automatically, plus the 8 best third-placed teams across all 12 groups.
How the 2026 Group Stage Works
Portugal's 2026 Squad
Projected, official call-up to be confirmed
Likely first eleven
in a 4-2-3-1.
Editorial first XI based on qualifying form, club minutes, and Roberto Martinez's recent selection. The official sheet is named one hour before kickoff.
- 22Diogo Costa
- 20Joao Cancelo
- 4Ruben Dias
- 3Goncalo Inacio
- 19Nuno Mendes
- 14Joao Palhinha
- 23Vitinha
- 10Bernardo Silva
- 8Bruno Fernandes
- 17Rafael Leao
- 7Cristiano RonaldoCAPTAIN
All 25 players
Goalkeepers
3 playersDefenders
8 playersMidfielders
7 playersForwards
7 playersEditorial selection based on current first-team form. The final 26-player squad is at the head coach's discretion and is announced approximately one month before the tournament.
Portugal in UEFA
Europe (UEFA)
UEFA sends 16 teams to 2026, the most of any confederation. The European teams hold 16 of the 22 World Cups ever played.
Portugal competed against other UEFA nations through a multi-year qualifying campaign to secure their spot at the 2026 World Cup. The expanded format of 48 teams gave more nations a path to the tournament than ever before.
Other UEFA teams at 2026
No Ticket? Watch Portugal At a Fan Zone
Every Portugal group match is screened live on the giant screen at the FIFA Fan Fest in the host city. Free entry, no queue, just show up. Every other host city also screens every match, so wherever you are, you can join the crowd.
Frequently Asked Questions
Group K Opponents
The teams Portugal face in the group stage
