Spain vs Portugal is THE match of the day at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The two Iberian giants meet in the Round of 16 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas, on Monday, July 6 (Pakistan time: early Tuesday morning, 1:00 AM PKT). Meanwhile, Belgium take on the USA in Seattle at 9:00 AM PKT. The weekend also gave us two stunning results: England beat Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca, and Norway knocked out Brazil 2-1.
Spain vs Portugal: The Biggest Match of the Day
Spain vs Portugal is arguably the most mouth-watering last-16 tie of the entire tournament. Two giants of European football, meeting on North American soil with a quarterfinal place on the line. Check the official FIFA World Cup 2026 page for live updates and lineups.
Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Spain vs Portugal |
| Round | Round of 16 |
| Venue | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Dallas, Texas |
| US Kick-off | Monday, July 6, 3:00 PM ET |
| Pakistan Kick-off (PKT) | Tuesday, July 7, 1:00 AM |
Spain and Portugal have both arrived in form. Spain topped their group and rode past Austria 3-0 in the Round of 32. They have the brilliant Lamine Yamal back firing on all cylinders after he scored his first World Cup goal. Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, came through a tough Croatia side 2-1. Both teams have too much quality to call this one easy.
What to Watch For
- Ronaldo vs Yamal: An old legend against a teen sensation. This storyline alone is worth staying up for.
- Midfield battle: Spain’s control midfield against Portugal’s pace on the break.
- The winner of Spain vs Portugal faces the Belgium or USA winner in the quarterfinal in Inglewood on July 10.
Last Night’s Big Results: England and Norway Advance
The Round of 16 started with two absolute crackers on the weekend. First, Norway sent Brazil home. Then England did the unthinkable at the Azteca.
Norway 2-1 Brazil
Norway beat Brazil 2-1 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Brazil proved to be no match for Norwegian goal-scoring machine Erling Haaland. It was a massive shock. Brazil, five-time world champions, are out. Norway will play England next Saturday in Miami.
England 3-2 Mexico (Estadio Azteca)
Jude Bellingham’s rapid-fire double inflicted a rare defeat on Mexico at the Estadio Azteca as 10-man England won a nerve-racking World Cup classic 3-2 to reach the quarterfinals.
Bellingham struck twice in 98 seconds in the first half to condemn Mexico to just a third defeat in 90 matches at the Azteca. A Julian Quinones gem cut the deficit but Harry Kane delivered a penalty kick in the 60th minute to make it 3-1. A second-half red card for England’s Jarell Quansah and a Raul Jimenez penalty in the 69th minute narrowed the margin, but the Three Lions held strong for the final result.
Harry Kane also scored from the penalty spot as the Three Lions overcame Jarell Quansah’s red card, high altitude and a fervent home support to keep their quest for a first major tournament win in 60 years alive.
Full Round of 16 Schedule
Here is the complete FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 schedule with Pakistan times (PKT = ET + 9 hours):
| Match | US Date/Time (ET) | PKT | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norway vs Brazil | Sun, Jul 5, 4 PM | Mon, Jul 6, 1 AM | MetLife Stadium, NJ | Norway 2-1 |
| Mexico vs England | Sun, Jul 5, 8 PM | Mon, Jul 6, 5 AM | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City | England 3-2 |
| Spain vs Portugal | Mon, Jul 6, 3 PM | Tue, Jul 7, 12 AM | AT&T Stadium, Dallas | TBD |
| Belgium vs USA | Mon, Jul 6, 8 PM | Tue, Jul 7, 5 AM | Lumen Field, Seattle | TBD |
| Egypt vs Argentina | Tue, Jul 7, 12 PM | Tue, Jul 7, 9 PM | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | TBD |
| Switzerland vs Colombia | Tue, Jul 7, 4 PM | Wed, Jul 8, 1 AM | BC Place, Vancouver | TBD |
| Morocco vs France | Thu, Jul 9, 4 PM | Fri, Jul 10, 1 AM | Gillette Stadium, Boston | TBD |
Where the Tournament Stands
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the Round of 16 with all eight matchups now set following the conclusion of the Round of 32. The tournament is the first to feature 48 teams and to be co-hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada and Mexico. The United States host 78 matches, including all quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final to be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19.
Big names still standing include Lionel Messi’s Argentina, Kylian Mbappe’s France, Portugal’s Ronaldo and of course Haaland’s flying Norway. Haaland struck down Brazil as Norway reached the World Cup quarterfinals. The draw for quarterfinals falls naturally from who wins these Round of 16 games. See the full bracket on Wikipedia.
Prediction: Spain vs Portugal
This is a coin-flip game. Spain’s youthful energy and Yamal’s brilliance make them slight favourites at home in Texas. But Ronaldo at a World Cup is never to be underestimated. Our call: Spain 2-1 Portugal after a very tight 90 minutes. Either way, Pakistani football fans should stay up for this one. Spain vs Portugal at the FIFA World Cup 2026 is a once-in-a-generation fixture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Spain vs Portugal in Pakistan (PKT)?
Spain vs Portugal kicks off at 3:00 PM ET on Monday, July 6, which is 12:00 AM (midnight) PKT going into Tuesday, July 7. Set your alarms!
What was the England vs Mexico score at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
England beat Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca on July 5. Jude Bellingham scored twice in the first half and Harry Kane added a penalty. Mexico scored through Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez but could not complete the comeback.
Did Erling Haaland score against Brazil?
Yes. Norway knocked Brazil out of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a 2-1 win at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 5. Haaland was the star of the show and Norway now face England in the quarterfinals on July 11 in Miami.
When is the FIFA World Cup 2026 final?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 final is on Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Kick-off is at 3:00 PM ET, which is midnight PKT going into July 20.
