Portugal Overview

Last Dance: Legends playing at their final World Cup in '26

The 2026 World Cup is set to be a historic tournament, unlike any that have come before it. Expanded to 48 teams for the first time and spread across three countries - the United States, Canada and Mexico - it promises to be the biggest spectacle in the competition’s near-100-year history.

Now’s the time! Why historic Messi meeting shouldn’t scare England

England have never come up against Lionel Messi, and Robbie Fowler has told GOAL why the 2026 World Cup could be the perfect occasion in which to cross paths with the Argentine GOAT. The ex-Three Lions frontman says the 2022 champion should not scare Thomas Tuchel’s side, while a reunion with old adversaries Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal should also be embraced.

World Cup 2026 winner odds: Predictions and betting analysis

The World Cup kicks off in Mexico City with the first of 104 matches. European teams are favoured to triumph, but there could be value elsewhere.

Top 10 World Cup 2026 away kits

Taking a look at the sharpest threads to feature at this summer's tournament.

Portugal vs Chile predictions: Ronaldo to lead the hosts’ attack again

Three Portugal vs Chile predictions for their friendly clash on Saturday night, including value on the hosts winning both halves bet.

Lionel Messi Cristiano Ronaldo World Cup European Championship

‘Not because of Messi’ - Ronaldo’s WC-winning mindset explained

Cristiano Ronaldo does not want to win the World Cup “because of Lionel Messi”, Eric Djemba-Djemba has told GOAL, with the Portuguese GOAT driven by an insatiable desire to succeed. A global title on North American soil this summer would, however, complete the 41-year-old’s medal collection and see him emulate the achievements of his eternal rival.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	النصر	34	28	2	4	91	28	63	86	W D W L W
2	الهلال	34	25	9	0	85	27	58	84	W W D W W
3	الأهلي	34	25	6	3	71	25	46	81	W W W W W
4	القادسية	34	23	8	3	83	34	49	77	W W W W W
5	الاتحاد	34	16	7	11	55	48	7	55	L L W W D

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