Frances HoweUpdated July 7, 2026 — 5:10am,first published 4:50am5.10amKick-off in Spain v PortugalBy The match is under way in Dallas as Spain get the first shot on target in the third minute from Mikel Oyarzabal from outside the box, it’s saved by Diogo Costa.Lamine Yamal, the star 18-year-old for Spain was also in action early, but for a foul on Joao Neves instead of any action in front of the goal.Portugal get their first attempt in the seventh from Joao Cancelo, but his shot soars above the goal. Portugal 0-0 Spain, 8 minutesLamine Yamal controls the ball against Nuno Mendes.Getty Images4.55amWarm up time in TexasBy Cristiano Ronaldo takes to the turf in Texas to warm up. Getty ImagesPortugal warm up.AP Photo/Sam Hodde4.49amTeam lists ahead of kick-offBy Spain have named an unchanged side for today’s match against Portugal, while Roberto Martinez made one change by bringing in Joao Felix for Rafael Leao in attack.• Luis de la Fuente keeps faith with the Spain team who beat Austria in the round of 32.• Pedro Porro remains at right back, with Dani Olmo in the playmaker role.• Joao Felix starts alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Pedro Neto, with Leao on the bench.• Ronaldo captains Portugal after saying this will be his last World Cup.4.47amHave your say: what will the score read after 90 minutes? By 4.46amGood morningBy Happy Tuesday football fans and welcome to our live coverage of today’s round of 16 matches. It’s getting to the pointy end of the World Cup, and the past few days hasn’t been without it’s drama (more on that soon). First up it’s Spain and Portugal facing off from 5am, with the winner of that match to play the winner of the match between the United States and Belgium at 10am today.We’ll bring you team lists and news – and there’s plenty of it – ahead of kick-off. Enjoy. 1 of 1