Liverpool hosts Manchester City in a Matchweek 6 Premier League clash. The big derby takes place this Sunday, October 11, at 16:30 at Anfield.
The national teams of Portugal and Spain face each other in the derby of the 1/8 finals of the 2026 World Cup. The match is on Monday, July 6, at 20:00 UK Time, with La Roja being the favorites to advance.
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Spain have come through the first two stages of the World Cup relatively easily, reaching the round of 16 without conceding a goal. It should be noted that their 3-0 victory over Austria in the 1/16 finals was the first time they have scored more than once in a World Cup knockout match since 1994 FIFA World Cup. In the upcoming game The Red One face a more difficult task in the 1/8 finals, as they will face the Portuguese team that defeated them in the Nations League final last year.
Portugal have not quite lived up to their potential in this tournament so far, but Roberto Martinez will have them up against Spain. In the last 16, Portugal eliminated Croatia with a dramatic 2-1 win. Both of Portugal's Euro 2024 qualifiers ended in penalties after goalless draws - they beat Slovenia on penalties before losing to France. Their game plan should be similar against a stronger Spanish team on paper.
Prediction for Portugal - Spain
Portugal have only lost twice in their 26 matches since their elimination from Euro 2024 and could give the Spaniards a tough time. Spain have drawn with Turkey, Portugal, the Netherlands and Cape Verde in the last 18 months. I think there is a chance that the match will end without a winner after regular 90 minutes and my prediction is X.
Prediction: X
