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The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 continues on Thursday, July 2 with a clash between Portugal and Croatia at the BMO Field in Toronto, Canada. Both nations will battle for a spot in the round of 16, knowing that defeat means elimination and an early flight home.
Portugal enters the knockout stage after a turbulent run in Group F, ultimately finishing second with five points, two behind group leader Colombia.
Cristiano Ronaldo and his teammates began their campaign with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against DR Congo, showing early signs of vulnerability. However, they responded in their second match, dismantling Uzbekistan with a commanding 5-1 victory. The group stage concluded with a tense, goalless draw against Colombia, which saw Portugal narrowly miss out on first place and set up this round-of-32 fixture.
Croatia, captained by Luka Modric, mirrored Portugal's path by finishing second in Group L, just behind England. Their tournament began with a 4-2 defeat to the English. Croatia regrouped and edged out Panama 1-0 in a gritty contest, before sealing qualification with a 2-1 win over Ghana.
Here is where the round-of-32 match between Portugal and Croatia will take place, and how to watch.
Where is Portugal vs Croatia World Cup round of 32 match?
Portugal will face Croatia in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on Thursday, July 2.
How to watch the Portugal vs Croatia round of 32 match?
- Date: Thursday, July 2
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- TV: FOX
- Stream: FOX One
- Location: BMO Field (Toronto Stadium) in Toronto, Canada
Source: USA Today
