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Portugal vs. Spain: How to Watch the World Cup Round of 16 Match Live

The upcoming World Cup Round of 16 match brings together Portugal and Spain, two European neighbors with a deep football rivalry. These teams have met 41 times, mostly in friendlies, with their most recent competitive meeting in the 2025 UEFA Nations League Finals where Portugal won on penalties.

How to Watch Portugal vs. Spain

This match will be broadcast on FOX in the United States. Fans can also stream the game live through fubo, Fox One, or the Fox Sports app and website. New users of fubo can access a free trial, offering a chance to watch without a cable subscription. The streaming service provides over 100 live channels including ESPN, ABC, CBS, and Fox.

Match Details and Kickoff Time

The match is set for Monday, July 6, at 3 p.m. Eastern Time, taking place at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. Here are the kickoff times across US time zones:

  • Eastern Time: 3 p.m.
  • Central Time: 2 p.m.
  • Mountain Time: 1 p.m.
  • Pacific Time: 12 p.m.

Recent Form and Stakes

Spain enters this round after a strong 3-0 win against Austria, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring twice. Portugal's path was tougher; they came from behind to defeat Croatia 2-1, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring a penalty and Gonçalo Ramos netting the winner in extra time. The winner of this fixture advances to the quarterfinals, a stage both sides have reached before—Portugal in 2022 and Spain as far back as 2010 when they won the tournament.

World Cup 2026 Overview

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, spanning three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches will take place in 16 host cities across these nations, including Dallas where this match is held.

This tournament expands to include 48 teams, featuring countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Japan, and the United States, among others. A total of 104 games will be played, including group stages and knockout rounds.

Streaming and Broadcast Info for 2026 World Cup

In the U.S., English-language coverage is on FOX and FS1, accessible via fubo without cable. Spanish-language broadcasts are on Telemundo and Universo, with streaming available on Peacock and DIRECTV.

The final match is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the MetLife Stadium, known officially for the event as New York-New Jersey Stadium.

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