Nuno Mendes is expected to start for Portugal against Spain in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16. His availability sets up another high-stakes duel with Lamine Yamal, who has struggled against the Portugal left-back before.

Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 in hugely controversial circumstances to set up a mouthwatering round-of-16 clash with fierce rivals Spain at the 2026 World Cup. Croatia thought they had scored a last-gasp equaliser to send the game to extra time,

It will now be neighbors Portugal versus Spain on Monday after the Portuguese got by Croatia in a thriller in Toronto

The latest team news and confirmed lineups as Portugal face Croatia in Toronto.

Will this be Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup game? Portugal and Croatia battle in Toronto.

Portugal plays against DR Congo in a World Cup game today. The matchup is scheduled to begin at 12 p.m. CT on FOX. Fans can watch this group stage game for free online by using the free trials offered by DIRECTV and FuboTV. Stream Bravo with DIRECTV.

Follow live updates and coverage on the 2026 World Cup as Lamine Yamal leads Spain and Cristiano Ronaldo faces off against Luka Modrić.

Two more World Cup round of 16 matches take place on Sunday, so check out our complete guide for Brazil vs. Norway and Mexico vs. England.