Portugal and Spain face off in a highly anticipated World Cup round of 16 match in Dallas on July 6, 2026.
The winner advances to the quarterfinals to face either Belgium or the United States.
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Portugal coach Roberto Martinez made one tactical change to his starting lineup after a 2-1 victory over Croatia.
Joao Felix replaces Rafael Leao, while captain Cristiano Ronaldo keeps his place up front.
Ronaldo, 41, has scored three times in the tournament so far. "I want to fully enjoy my last World Cup," he said in a pre-match press conference.
"Hopefully tomorrow will not be my last World Cup match."
The veteran forward acknowledged the media scrutiny but said missing a World Cup trophy would not diminish his career.
"But I will no longer be Cristiano Ronaldo if I have never won the World Cup," he added.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente made no changes to his lineup, keeping the same eleven that beat Austria 3-0.
The historical record between the two nations in major tournaments stands at one win each and three draws.
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Other Tournament News
Brazilian football federation director Rodrigo Caetano confirmed that manager Carlo Ancelotti will remain through the 2030 World Cup cycle despite Brazil's round of 16 elimination by Norway.
"He is our manager and remains so during the new World Cup cycle," Caetano said.
