Portugal
Spain
Portugal
Spain
Spain
Portugal
Spain
Portugal
Portugal
Spain
Teamübersicht
In their latest World Cup match, Portugal hosted Croatia and secured a 2-1 victory. This win marks a positive step for the team as they continue their campaign.
Match statistics (Portugal vs Croatia):
Teamübersicht
Spain faced Austria in their most recent World Cup match, dominating the game with a 3-0 win. This result further cements their strong position in the tournament.
Match statistics (Spain vs Austria):
In a tightly contested match, Spain emerged victorious against Portugal with a narrow 1-0 win, thanks to a last-minute goal from M. Merino in the 90+1 minute. This victory secures Spain's place in the quarter-finals of the World Cup.
The match was characterized by a battle for possession, with Spain holding 56% compared to Portugal's 44%. Despite Portugal's efforts, they managed only 2 shots on target from a total of 9 attempts, while Spain was more clinical, registering 6 shots on target out of 15.
Portugal struggled to convert their chances, with their best opportunities thwarted by a resolute Spanish defense. The game saw a total of 7 corners for Spain, compared to Portugal's 3, indicating Spain's attacking intent throughout the match.
Discipline was another aspect of the game, with Portugal receiving 2 yellow cards against Spain's 1. As the match drew to a close, Portugal's frustration was evident, culminating in a yellow card for B. Silva just before Spain's decisive goal.
This result highlights Spain's ability to capitalize on critical moments, while Portugal will reflect on missed opportunities as they exit the tournament.
Portugal has shown a mixed form in their last ten matches, securing 4 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses. Their recent performance includes a solid victory against Croatia (2-1) but a disappointing goalless draw against Colombia. On the other hand, Spain has been in excellent form, winning 7 out of their last 10 matches, including a convincing 3-0 win over Austria in their last outing.
In terms of goals, Portugal has scored 8 goals in their last 10 matches, averaging 0.8 goals per game, while conceding 2, averaging 0.2 goals against per game. Spain has been more prolific, scoring 8 goals as well but with a perfect defensive record, conceding none in their last 10 matches.
The head-to-head record between these two teams shows a tendency for draws, with 4 out of 7 matches ending in a stalemate. However, Spain has won 3 of those encounters, indicating a slight edge in their historical matchups. The average goals per game in their encounters is 1.57, suggesting a tendency for low-scoring matches. Recent matches have seen Spain dominate possession and shots on goal, which could play a crucial role in this matchup.
In their last meeting on July 6, 2026, Spain emerged victorious with a score of 1-0, further emphasizing their current dominance over Portugal. The match statistics indicate that Spain had a higher possession rate (56%) and more shots on goal (6) compared to Portugal (2), which reflects their attacking prowess and defensive solidity.
In terms of tactics, Spain is expected to maintain a high possession game, utilizing their midfield strength to control the tempo. Portugal may adopt a more defensive approach, looking to counter-attack effectively. The key for Portugal will be to exploit any defensive lapses from Spain while remaining solid at the back to avoid conceding early.
D. Costa
G
J. Cancelo
D
R. Dias
D
R. Veiga
D
N. Mendes
D
J. Neves
M
Vitinha
M
P. Neto
M
B. Fernandes
M
R. Leao
M
C. Ronaldo
F
U. Simon
G
P. Porro
D
P. Cubarsi
D
A. Laporte
D
M. Cucurella
D
Rodri
M
Pedri
M
Lamine Yamal
M
D. Olmo
M
A. Baena
M
M. Oyarzabal
F
