2026 World Cup: Portugal Vs Spain, Usa Vs Belgium

Portuguese Side Set for Clash With Spain

Portugal and Spain will meet for the 42nd time on Monday, marking the third World Cup encounter between the nations. The Iberians previously faced off in last summer’s UEFA Nations League Finals, where Portugal triumphed on penalties. Spain advanced past Austria 3‑0, while Portugal survived a dramatic 2‑1 comeback win over Croatia in the Round of 16.

Odds: Portugal (+184), Spain (-230). The winner will earn a spot in the quarterfinals, where either the United States or Belgium awaits in Los Angeles. The match kicks off at 3 p.m. ET in Dallas and will air on Fox. The high‑stakes clash is a fresh chapter in a long‑standing rivalry that continues to capture global attention.

USMNT Faces Belgium in a Tight Quarterfinal Race

Two years after a 5‑2 defeat to Belgium in a March friendly, the U.S. men’s national team meets the Europeans in Seattle on Monday night. Mauricio Pochettino’s squad has reached the Round of 16 and is aiming for its first quarterfinal appearance since 2002. The odds are even at -110 for both sides, highlighting the evenly matched nature of the contest.

Odds: USA -110, Belgium -110. A key boost for the Americans is striker Folarin Balogun, whose one‑match suspension was rescinded by FIFA after a controversial red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Belgium escaped Senegal in a last‑minute comeback and is coming off three World Cups that yielded a group‑stage exit, a third‑place finish and a quarterfinal run.

The winner of this duel will meet the champion of the Portugal‑Spain clash in Los Angeles, setting up a juicy quarterfinal showdown. As the tournament’s early rounds close, both matches promise to cement a clear path toward the knockout stage’s later rounds.