Portugal squad for World Cup 2026

Portugal will be an interesting team to watch at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Cristiano Ronaldo-led side won their second Nations League title in 2025 and remain one of Europe’s strongest teams, though they have slightly less squad depth than England or France.

The tournament carries extra emotion after the tragic passing of forward Diogo Jota, who was 28 and had recently celebrated a Premier League title and a Nations League triumph. Diogo Costa is the front-runner to start in goal, with Jose Sa providing reliable cover.

At centre-back, Ruben Dias and Goncalo Inacio have been consistent, while Nuno Mendes stands out at left-back. On the right, Diogo Dalot, Nelson Semedo and Joao Cancelo are options, and Matheus Nunes has been deployed there as well; Antonio Silva and Tomas Araujo add further depth.

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