Spain, Portugal Set for Blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Showdown

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Spain and Portugal will reignite their historic rivalry in a blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash, with one European powerhouse guaranteed to exit the tournament.

Spain enter the contest brimming with confidence after a dominant 3-0 victory over Austria and have yet to concede in the knockout stage. Mikel Oyarzabal has scored four goals, while goalkeeper Unai Simon has gone a World Cup finals record 519 minutes without conceding. Portugal, led by Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva, will also rely on Cristiano Ronaldo’s experience despite speculation over his starting role.

The winner will move into the quarter-finals after one of the tournament’s biggest encounters.

Sahir Usman

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