Portugal vs. Spain: How to Watch the World Cup Round of 16 Clash Live
The upcoming World Cup Round of 16 match features a fierce rivalry between Portugal and Spain, two neighboring countries with deep football histories. They have met 41 times, mostly in friendlies, but their last competitive encounter was in the 2025 UEFA Nations League Finals, where Portugal won on penalties.
Streaming and Broadcast Options
This match will be shown on FOX in the United States. Fans can also stream it live via fubo, Fox One, or the Fox Sports app and website. New users can access a free trial on fubo, which offers live TV including ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 other channels.
Match Details and Kickoff Time
The game is scheduled for Monday, July 6, with kickoff at 3 p.m. Eastern Time, hosted at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The start times across U.S. time zones are:
- Eastern: 3 p.m.
- Central: 2 p.m.
- Mountain: 1 p.m.
- Pacific: 12 p.m.
Teams’ Current Form
Spain reached this stage after a strong 3-0 win over Austria, featuring two goals from Mikel Oyarzabal. Portugal had a tougher route, coming from behind to beat Croatia 2-1 thanks to a penalty by Cristiano Ronaldo and a late goal from Gonçalo Ramos in extra time.
What’s at Stake?
The winner advances to the quarterfinals. Portugal reached this stage in 2022 but lost to Morocco, while Spain last made the quarterfinals in 2010, when they went on to win the World Cup.
Other World Cup Info
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 and takes place across three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches will be held in 16 host cities, including Dallas, Toronto, and Mexico City.
This tournament expands to include 48 teams, up from 32 previously, leading to 104 matches overall. Streaming options vary; in the U.S., English broadcasts air on FOX and FS1, both accessible via fubo, while Spanish coverage is on Telemundo and Universo, streamable on Peacock.
The final will be played on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the New York-New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium). Fans should check local listings for exact kickoff times, since they differ by location.
Additional Matches Around This Date
- Monday, July 6: USA vs. Belgium at 8 p.m. ET
- Tuesday, July 7: Argentina vs. Egypt at 12 p.m. ET, Switzerland vs. Colombia at 4 p.m. ET
