The knockout phase of this FIFA World Cup 2026 is in full swing and the Round of 16opens with an iconic clash between two giants of European football. L'Espagne, impressive in team cohesion since the tournament began, faces its neighbor and historic rival, the Portugal, led by its new golden generation. See you this Monday, July 6, 2026 for a blistering Iberian derby, a match where the winner will lock down a coveted spot in the quarter-finals of the competition.
The Roja and the Seleção know each other inside out; their last major World Cup showdown was the legendary 3-3 group-stage draw in Russia’s 2018 edition, but they have crossed paths many times in the Nations League.
Spain has been chasing a World Cup title since their 2010 triumph, while Portugal is chasing its very first star. Against the spark of Spain’s bright young talents, Portugal’s steel looks set to be formidable. As usual in these sudden-death fixtures, one mistake will be costly, given the sheer talent on both sides!
The kickoff for this dream fixture will come this Monday, July 6, 2026 at 9:00 PM (French time), a perfect slot to settle in comfortably on a terrace or in front of your screen. Unsurprisingly, this top-tier Round of 16 clash is broadcast live and free on M6, which shares the most coveted fixtures of the draw with beIN Sports.
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