FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: When is Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal's next match? How to watch it in India?
Portugal is vying for qualification in UEFA Group F, with a crucial match against Ireland on 14 November 2025 at Aviva Stadium. You can watch the match LIVE on SonyLIV, via OTTplay Premium.
Last Updated: 08.48 PM, Nov 12, 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo, the highest goalscorer in international football, is gearing up for what is expected to be his final FIFA World Cup campaign with the national team. Portugal is currently competing in UEFA Group F for qualification to the FIFA World Cup 2026, set to be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
When is Portugal's next match?
Portugal's next crucial qualifying fixture is scheduled for 14 November, when they visit Ireland. The match will kick-off at 1.15 am IST at Aviva Stadium.
This match holds significant importance as Portugal aims to secure their spot in the 2026 World Cup by topping Group F, which also features Hungary, the Republic of Ireland, and Armenia.
If Portugal wins this match, they will qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Match: Ireland vs Portugal
Date: 14 November 2025
Time: 1.15 am IST
Venue: Aviva Stadium
Where to watch the match?
Football fans in India can watch the Ireland vs Portugal, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers match on SonyLIV, accessible via OTTplay Premium.
Current Group F standings (two fixtures remaining)
How can Portugal qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Portugal will qualify on 14th November (IST) if they beat the Republic of Ireland. If they do not win but and draw against Republic of Ireland, they will have to pray that Hungary fail to defeat Armenia.
Will Cristiano Ronaldo play in this match?
Cristiano Ronaldo will be a central figure in this qualifier, continuing his remarkable international career as the all-time leading goalscorer in men's international football.
At 40 years old in 2025, Ronaldo reaffirmed that the 2026 World Cup will be his last on the international stage, which added emotional weight to the upcoming matches.
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Portugal's full squad
Goalkeepers:
Diogo Costa (Porto), José Sá (Wolverhampton Wanderers), Rui Silva (Sporting).
Defenders:
Diogo Dalot (Manchester United), Nélson Semedo (Fenerbahçe), João Cancelo (Al-Hilal), Matheus Nunes (Manchester City), Rúben Dias (Manchester City), Gonçalo Inácio (Sporting), António Silva (Benfica), Renato Veiga (Villarreal).
Midfielders:
João Palhinha (Tottenham), Rúben Neves (Al-Hilal), João Neves (PSG), Vitinha (PSG), Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United), Bernardo Silva (Manchester City).
Forwards:
Pedro Gonçalves (Sporting), João Félix (Al-Nassr), Francisco Trincão (Sporting), Francisco Conceição (Juventus), Rafael Leão (Milan), Pedro Neto (Chelsea), Carlos Forbs (Brugge), Gonçalo Ramos (PSG), Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr).