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Heading to North America in 2026 — the journey begins here.
FIFA will announce final fixtures and host cities on December 5, 2025. Bookmark this page — it will automatically update the moment details are confirmed.
| Match | Opponent | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Match 2 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Match 3 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Eusébio scores four goals to lead Portugal back from a 3-0 deficit against North Korea to win 5-3 in the World Cup Quarter-finals, securing their third-place finish.
Search YouTube: "Portugal vs North Korea 1966 World Cup Eusébio 4 goals"
Watch on YouTubeDespite Cristiano Ronaldo leaving injured early, Portugal defeats hosts France 1-0 in extra time with an Eder goal to claim their first-ever European Championship.
Portugal defeats the Netherlands 1-0 on home soil in the final to win the inaugural UEFA Nations League title, adding another major trophy to their recent haul.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1928 | Reached the Quarter-finals of the Summer Olympics football tournament. | first appearance |
| 1966 | First World Cup appearance, finishing third, led by Eusébio (Golden Boot winner). | notable performance |
| 2004 | Finished as Runners-up while hosting the UEFA European Championship. | disappointment |
| 2016 | Won their first major title, the UEFA European Championship, defeating hosts France in the final. | championship |
| 2019 | Won the inaugural UEFA Nations League Finals on home soil. | championship |
Portuguese fan culture is patriotic and vocal, with fans known for waving large national flags and adopting the unofficial team motto, 'Força Portugal'. Support is strongest in the large expat communities globally.
"A Portuguesa (National Anthem)"
Vila Franca da Delegação (official fan club)
Passionate and focused on the national flag's colors (red and green). The presence of Cristiano Ronaldo has magnified the global support and attention at every match.
Portugal's best World Cup performance (Third Place in 1966) was also their first appearance.
Cristiano Ronaldo is the leading goalscorer in men's international football history.
Portugal's biggest footballing rivalry is historically with Spain, known as 'The Iberian Derby'.
Once the group draw is announced on December 5, 2025, this section will show you exactly which citiesPortugal will play in, along with stadium information and travel guides.
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