Portugal vs Uzbekistan World Cup 2026 group clash in Houston

Portugal and Uzbekistan will meet in Group K of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at NRG Stadium in Houston. Both teams come into the match after the first round of the group – Portugal drew 0‑0 with Congo, while Uzbekistan were beaten 2‑1 by Colombia. Portugal, traditionally a strong side, entered the game as the favorite but faces criticism after Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score in the opening match. Uzbekistan, a debutant in the tournament, hopes to bounce back and improve its standing in the group.

The encounter will be broadcast across multiple platforms, including Win Sports, DAZN, Paramount+ and Amazon Prime Video. A win for Portugal would solidify its lead, while a victory for Uzbekistan could open the group and keep Colombia’s qualification hopes in balance.