Portugal has learned its opponent for the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32.
Finishing second in Group K after a draw with Colombia on Saturday, Portugal is scheduled to meet Croatia, the second‑placed team from Group L, on Thursday, July 2.
Details regarding Portugal’s round of 32 opponent are outlined below.
Portugal’s Round of 32 Opponent: Croatia
As the runner‑up in Group L, Croatia will meet Portugal in the round of 32. Having placed third in Group L and overcome Ghana 2‑1 on Saturday, Croatia aims to build on a third‑place finish at the 2022 tournament and a runner‑up result in 2018.
Colombia Tops Group K, Securing Portugal’s Advancement
Match Timing: Portugal vs. Croatia
The encounter is set for Thursday, July 2, at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time at Toronto Stadium, where Croatian supporters celebrated the team’s second World Cup appearance.
Star Player from Croatia
Luka Modrić, a veteran figure in Croatian football, delivered a standout performance against Ghana, providing the assist for Nikola Vlasic’s decisive goal.
Emerging talent Martin Baturina could have eclipsed Modrić as Croatia’s leading player, having netted a striking long‑range goal against England and consistently influencing play throughout the tournament.
Baturina’s Equalizer Against England
