The World Cup round of 16 match between Spain and Portugal is set for Monday, July 6, at 3 p.m; ET at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, according to USA Today. Spain secured its spot with a decisive 3-0 victory, including a late goal from Mikel Oyarzabal in the 89th minute, but Portugal’s journey to the next round was more dramatic, with a stoppage-time goal and a VAR-assisted decision sealing their place.

Matchup Details and Broadcast Information

The match will air on Fox, with Spanish-language broadcasts available on Telemundo and Peacock, as reported by USA Today. Fans can also stream the game via Fubo or the Fox One App. The game is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (Noon PT). According to heavy.com, a win for Portugal would set up a quarterfinal matchup against the winner of the U.S. vs. Belgium round of 16 contest.

Portugal’s Path to the Round of 16

Portugal advanced from Group K with five points, earning one win and two draws: a 1-1 tie with DR Congo, a 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan, and a scoreless draw with Colombia, according to heavy.com. The team scored six goals and allowed just one, finishing second in the group. This performance carried them into the round of 32 on Thursday. For fans, the presence of 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo has made the knockout stage a major event. Resale ticket prices for Portugal’s previous match reached over $3,000 for the cheapest seat, highlighting the demand for a glimpse of the veteran star.

Spain’s Strong Position and Portugal’s Final Hopes

Spain entered the final group stage in a strong position, leading Group H with four points and a +4 goal difference, according to FCバルセロナ公式サイト. The team controls its destiny in the group phase, having already secured a place in the next round. Meanwhile, Portugal’s journey continues with the hopes of ending its long World Cup drought. Ronaldo, who has never won the tournament in six appearances, may be playing in his final World Cup. His influence remains key, as OneFootball notes, with his presence pushing other Portuguese stars to elevate their game. Portugal’s squad includes multiple Champions League winners and top Premier League talents, but it must become more clinical in front of goal to succeed.

The match is expected to draw significant attention, especially given the stakes and the potential for a historic moment for Portugal. Ronaldo’s performance and Portugal’s ability to upset Spain could define the next chapter of the tournament.