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Ireland vs Portugal: World Cup qualifier – Ronaldo, team, start and lineups

Ireland vs Portugal: World Cup qualifier – Ronaldo, team, start and lineups

Summary

Ireland and Portugal will compete in a UEFA World Cup qualifying match at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Portugal needs a win to secure direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup, while Ireland still has a chance to qualify if they win their remaining matches. This will be Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo's last World Cup if they qualify.

Key Facts

  • The match between Ireland and Portugal is a UEFA World Cup qualifier.
  • It will take place at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland.
  • Portugal leads Group F with 10 points out of four matches.
  • Ireland is third in the group with 4 points out of four matches.
  • Portugal can secure World Cup qualification with a win against Ireland.
  • If Ireland wins their final two matches, they can still qualify, depending on other results.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed that the 2026 World Cup would be his last if Portugal qualifies.
  • The 2026 World Cup will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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