Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Portugal Meets Croatia in 2026 World Cup Round of 32

6/29/2026

33 4 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Portugal will face Croatia in the Round of 32 on July 2, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET in Toronto, Canada.
Portugal entered the match as Group K runners-up with five points from two draws.
Croatia qualified as Group L leaders with six points and is ranked No. 13 by FIFA.
A Portuguese win advances them to a July 6, 2026 Round of 16 clash with Spain, potentially leading to a quarter-final against Belgium or the United States.

1 of 1

Story summary

Portugal will face Croatia in the Round of 32 on July 2, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET in Toronto, Canada.
Portugal entered the match as Group K runners-up with five points from two draws.
Croatia qualified as Group L leaders with six points and is ranked No. 13 by FIFA.
A Portuguese win advances them to a July 6, 2026 Round of 16 clash with Spain, potentially leading to a quarter-final against Belgium or the United States.