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World Cup 2026 · Group K · FIFA #5
Portugal
- Group
- K
- FIFA Rank
- #5
- Pot
- 1
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group K · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇵🇹 Portugal | #5 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇨🇴 Colombia | #13 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇨🇩 DR Congo | #46 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan | #50 | 4 |
Portugal's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 17:00 UTC
🇵🇹 Portugal vs 🇨🇩 DR Congo
Houston Stadium (NRG Stadium)
· Houston · capacity 72,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See DR Congo's team page →
Matchday 2 · 17:00 UTC
🇵🇹 Portugal vs 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
Houston Stadium (NRG Stadium)
· Houston · capacity 72,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Uzbekistan's team page →
Matchday 3 · 23:30 UTC
🇨🇴 Colombia vs 🇵🇹 Portugal
Miami Stadium (Hard Rock Stadium)
· Miami Gardens · capacity 65,000 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Colombia's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 4-2-3-1 vs deep blocks
Pivot
Bernardo Silva
Attacking focus
Bruno Fernandes · Rafael Leão
Identity
Martínez's Ronaldo–Leão call defines this generation's ceiling
Key players
Cristiano Ronaldo
Bruno Fernandes
Rafael Leão
Bernardo Silva
Portugal at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 9 (incl. 2026) | Semi-final · 2× champion |
How to watch Portugal
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: RTP · SportTV
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Portugal
Portugal World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Portugal play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Portugal's tournament begins Jun 17, 2026 against DR Congo at Houston Stadium, Houston (17:00 UTC).
Who is Portugal's coach at World Cup 2026?
Roberto Martínez.
What group is Portugal in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group K with Colombia, DR Congo, Uzbekistan.
What is Portugal's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#5 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 1.
Has Portugal ever reached a World Cup Semi-final?
Portugal's best finish is Semi-final, reached 2 times. They have appeared at 9 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Portugal's captain at World Cup 2026?
Cristiano Ronaldo.
Where can I watch Portugal's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; RTP · SportTV in Portugal.