2026 World Cup: Portugal vs Croatia, official lineups

In the 2026 World Cup, the knockout stage commenced with a much-anticipated match between Portugal and Croatia on July 2, 2026, at 23:00 GMT. Both teams aimed to secure their place in the round of 16 of the prestigious tournament, featuring rosters filled with renowned players and seasoned veterans eager to lead their respective nations forward. The official lineups have been confirmed for this historically significant clash.

Portugal XI
D. Costa (1) – J. Cancelo (20), R. Dias (3), R. Veiga (13), N. Mendes (25) – Vitinha (23), J. Neves (15) – P. Neto (18), B. Fernandes (8), R. Leão (17) – C. Ronaldo (7)

Croatia XI
D. Livaković (1) – J. Stanišić (2), J. Šutalo (6), M. Pongračić (3), I. Perišić (14) – L. Modrić (10), M. Kovačić (8) – N. Vlašić (13), P. Sučić (17), M. Baturina (16) – A. Budimir (11)

This match marks a crucial point for both teams in their quest for glory in the world’s most prestigious football competition.