FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal Announces Squad, Ronaldo Heads For Sixth Tournament. Portugal has announced their final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Roberto Martínez has included Cristiano Ronaldo in the squad for the tournament. The 41-year-old forward is now set to play his sixth FIFA World Cup. Ronaldo previously played in the 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022 editions. The 2026 World Cup will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. His selection adds another historic chapter to his long international career.
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Ronaldo Leads Portugal’s Attack
Ronaldo is listed among Portugal’s forwards. He is joined by Rafael Leao, Francisco Conceicao, Pedro Neto, Trincao, Joao Felix, Goncalo Guedes, and Goncalo Ramos. Portugal’s midfield includes Samu Costa, Ruben Neves, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Bruno Fernandes, and Bernardo Silva. That group gives Martinez creativity, passing quality, and strong control in central areas.
Portugal’s defence also looks experienced and balanced for the tournament. The defenders named are Matheus Nunes, Diogo Dalot, Nelson Semedo, Joao Cancelo, Ruben Dias, Goncalo Inacio, Tomas Araujo, Renato Veiga, and Nuno Mendes. Diogo Costa, Rui Silva, Jose Sa, and Ricardo Velho are the four goalkeepers selected.
Portugal FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad
Goalkeepers: Diogo Costa, Rui Silva, Jose Sa, Ricardo Velho.
Defenders:Matheus Nunes, Diogo Dalot, Nelson Semedo, Joao Cancelo, Ruben Dias, Goncalo Inacio, Tomas Araujo, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes.
Midfielders: Samu Costa, Ruben Neves, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva.
Forwards: Rafael Leao, Francisco Conceicao, Pedro Neto, Trincao, Joao Felix, Goncalo Guedes, Goncalo Ramos, Cristiano Ronaldo.
Portugal’s Fixtures Before And During Group K
Portugal will play two friendlies before starting their World Cup campaign. They will face Chile on June 6 at 11:15 pm. Portugal will then play Nigeria on June 11 at 1:15 am. Their World Cup Group K campaign begins against DR Congo on June 17. They will face Uzbekistan on June 23 at 10:30 pm. Their final listed Group K match is against Colombia on June 28.
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The 2026 World Cup could be Ronaldo’s final chance to win the trophy. Portugal will enter the tournament with high expectations and strong depth. Martínez will hope this squad can finally deliver football’s biggest prize.