How to Watch Portugal vs. Spain: TV, Live Stream, and Kickoff Time for World Cup Round of 16
Two European neighbors and historic rivals meet again as Portugal takes on Spain in the World Cup Round of 16. The teams share a long football history and a border, having met 41 times before, mostly in friendlies. Their last competitive encounter was at the 2025 UEFA Nations League Finals, where Portugal narrowly won on penalties.
Where to Watch the Match
The match will air on FOX in the United States. For viewers who prefer streaming, options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. New users can try fubo with a free trial, which offers access to over 100 live TV and sports channels including ESPN, ABC, CBS, and FOX.
Match Details and Kickoff Time
The game kicks off on Monday, July 6, at 3 p.m. Eastern Time from AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. Here is how that start time converts across U.S. time zones:
Current Form and Stakes
Spain advanced confidently with a 3-0 win over Austria, powered by two goals from Mikel Oyarzabal. On the other side, Portugal had a tougher path, overcoming an early deficit against Croatia to win 2-1 in extra time. Cristiano Ronaldo scored a penalty, while Gonçalo Ramos netted the winner during added time.
The victor will progress to the quarterfinals. Portugal reached this stage in 2022 but lost to Morocco, while Spain's last quarterfinal appearance was in 2010, when they went on to claim the title.
World Cup Schedule Highlights
- Monday, July 6: Portugal vs. Spain (3 p.m.), USA vs. Belgium (8 p.m.)
- Tuesday, July 7: Argentina vs. Egypt (12 p.m.), Switzerland vs. Colombia (4 p.m.)
About the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, making history as the first to be hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches take place across 16 cities in these nations, including Dallas, Toronto, Mexico City, and more.
This edition expands to 48 teams, up from 32, resulting in 104 matches throughout group stages and knockouts. Teams range from traditional powers like Brazil, Germany, and France to emerging sides such as Cape Verde and Curaçao.
U.S. fans can catch English-language broadcasts on FOX and FS1 via fubo, while Spanish speakers can watch all games on Telemundo and Universo through platforms like Peacock.
The final is set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, named New York-New Jersey Stadium for the event.
