The World Cup is edging closer, with countries confirming their final squads for this summer. Portugal is often considered among the favourites for any international competition, and they will be looking to rule the world this summer. Looking ahead to the competition, we look at the Portugal predicted lineup for the 2026 World Cup.
Portugal 2026 World Cup Squad
Selecao Squad Finalised for 2026 World Cup
There is always an expectation that Portugal will make the later stages of any international competition. This summer will be no different, and Roberto Martinez selected the following squad:
Goalkeepers: Diogo Costa, Jose Sa, Rui Silva, Ricardo Velho
Defenders: Diogo Dalot, Matheus Nunes, Nélson Semedo, Joao Cancelo, Nuno Mendes, Goncalo Inacio, Renato Veiga, Ruben Dias, Tomas Araujo
Midfielders: Ruben Neves, Samuel Costa, Joao Neves, Vitinha, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva
Forwards: Joao Felix, Francisco Trincao, Francisco Conceicao, Pedro Neto, Rafael Leao, Goncalo Guedes, Goncalo Ramos, Cristiano Ronaldo
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Portugal Predicted Lineup
Looking ahead to Portugal’s first game against DR Congo on June 17, Portugal have many talented players to pick from, with our Portugal predicted lineup as follows:
Diogo Costa, Diogo Dalot, Ruben Dias, Goncalo Inacio, Nuno Mendes, Vitinha, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Pedro Neto, Cristiano Ronaldo, Rafael Leao.
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Portugal Hopes for 2026 World Cup
Paris Saint-Germain ace Vitinha recently spoke to FIFA about Portugal’s chances this summer with their blend of youth and experience:
“I think it’s very positive,” he told FIFA. “Having different generations in the same squad is really important. We have experience, youth, quality and determination. When you combine all those ingredients, it can only lead to something very good.”
When asked what he hopes the world sees when they watch Portugal at the 2026 World Cup, Vitinha said:
“A lot of quality. I think people recognise that immediately because it’s part of who we are. But above all, I want them to see hard work and determination. Quality comes naturally to us. Desire and hard work are things we have to invest in and control ourselves. If people see that in the Portugal team, it will be a very good thing.”
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