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Grid for the 2026 World Cup after the elimination of Portugal: five teams

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Grid for the 2026 World Cup after the elimination of Portugal: five teams

Spain eliminates Portugal (1-0) and joins the — partial — list of qualifiers for the quarters of the 2026 World Cup.

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Context

Spain, after its victory against Portugal, strengthened its ambitions for the 2026 World Cup. With talented players and a well-established strategy, the Selección de España is now in a good position to compete with the best teams in the tournament.

Why it matters

Spain's victory against Portugal in the 1/8 finals of the 2026 World Cup underlines the importance of this meeting in the context of the historic rivalry between these two nations. With this elimination, Portugal will not be able to pursue their dream of winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while Spain continues to aim for a title that has eluded them since 2010.

Key points

  • 2026 World Cup grid after the elimination of Portugal: five teams.
  • Spain eliminates Portugal (1-0) and joins the — partial — list of qualifiers for the quarters of the 2026 World Cup.
  • Сетка ЧМ-2026 после вылета сборной Португалии. Известны пять участников 1/4 финала - Чемпионат.

Spain validated its ticket to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Championship by winning 1-0 against Portugal in the 1/8 finals played at AT&T Stadium in Arlington (Texas). This victory eliminates the Portuguese selection from the tournament and partially completes the first half of the quarterfinal table.

The match, refereed by the Englishman Anthony Taylor, turned to the advantage of the Spaniards with a dry score. The success of La Roja against the Lusitanian neighbor marks the end of the Portuguese adventure in this edition of the World Cup - an expected meeting given the rivalry between these two nations and the density of their squad.

After these 1/8 finals, five teams are already assured of a place in the quarter-finals: France, Morocco, Spain, Norway and England. The rest of the table will be completed with the winners of the confrontations still pending, namely the United States/Belgium duel and the clash bringing together the winners of the Argentina/Egypt and Switzerland/Colombia matches.

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Here is the current status of the 2026 World Cup quarter-final grid:

  • France — Morocco
  • Spain — United States/Belgium
  • Norway — England
  • Argentina/Egypt — Switzerland/Colombia

The presence of France and Morocco in the same clash confirms the tactical interest and symbolic significance of this quarter: on one side an ambitious French team, on the other a Moroccan selection which surprised and seduced in this tournament. For its part, Spain will wait for the winner of the clash between the United States and Belgium to know its opponent in the final round of 16.

Remember that Argentina, defending champion from the 2022 tournament, remains a historic point of support in the Championship: it was the Albiceleste who won the trophy after an epic final against France (3-3 after extra time, 4-2 on penalties).

The 2026 World Cup, organized jointly by the United States, Mexico and Canada, is now entering its most decisive phase. The next qualifying matches for the quarters promise to be electric, with high stakes for the nations still in the running and for those aiming to reach the final stages of the tournament. The schedule will accelerate, and each meeting will be able to redistribute the cards with a view to the final square.

The rest

Spain now prepares to face the winner of the match between the United States and Belgium in the quarterfinals. This duel will be crucial for the season outlook of La Roja, which hopes to capitalize on its current momentum to go as far as possible in this prestigious tournament.

Frequently asked questions

What was the score of the Spain vs Portugal match?

Spain won the match 1-0 against Portugal.

Which team was eliminated after the Spain vs Portugal match?

Portugal were eliminated from the tournament after their defeat against Spain.

Which teams have already qualified for the quarter-finals?

The teams already qualified for the quarter-finals are France, Morocco, Spain, Norway and England.

Who will be Spain's next opponent in the quarter-finals?

Spain awaits the winner of the match between the United States and Belgium to know its opponent in the quarter-finals.

What

is the impact of this match on the quarter-final table?

Spain's victory against Portugal partially completes the first half of the quarter-final table.

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