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FIFA WC: Spain faces Portugal test in heavyweight round of 16 clash

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Spain vs Portugal: World Cup Last-16 Clash Set for Epic Showdown

By IANS News July 05, 2026 • 18:26 PM View: 986

Spain and Portugal will renew one of international football's fiercest rivalries on Monday when they meet in a blockbuster World Cup round-of-16 tie, with one of the tournament favorites guaranteed to make an early exit.

Spain remains among the leading contenders for the title after a comfortable 3-0 victory over Austria in the last 32 reinforced confidence in coach Luis de la Fuente's side.

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