Wales vs Portugal Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | UEFA Nations League 2026-27
Neither of the previous fixtures between these nations ended in a draw!
The Wales national football team are set to battle it out against the Portugal national football team for the sixth group-stage outing of the UEFA Nations League 2027 campaign. These sides will lock horns at the Cardiff City Stadium.
Wales fell to a 1-3 loss at the hands of Erling Haaland’s Norway in their previous outing. They are now in last place in Group A4 and are likely to face relegation to League B. The Dragons will be eager to secure a win, but they are going to be under pressure for their next one.
Craig Bellamy’s men will be at their home ground and must step up their game to use it to their advantage. They must not make the slightest of mistakes.
The Portugal national football team suffered a dominant 1-4 loss at the hands of Denmark in their recent UEFA Nations League clash. Even though they have secured a spot in the quarterfinals, Selecao das Quinas will be looking to top their group with a victory in their upcoming fixture. They must not repeat the mistakes they made against the Danish Dynamite.
The Jorge Jesus-led team will be away from home and this might make things tougher for them. They must come up with a better performance in the attacking front.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Cardiff, Wales
- Stadium: Cardiff City Stadium
- Date: Wednesday, November 18
- Kick-off Time: 01:15 AM IST (Tuesday, Nov 17; 07:45 pm GMT/ 03:45 pm ET/ 12:45 pm PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Wales: L-L-W-L-L
Portugal: W-W-W-W-L
Players to Watch
Harry Wilson (Wales)
Harry Wilson is going to have an important role to play in the attacking front for the Wales national football team. Even though he failed to engrave his name on the score sheet, the 29-year-old was the standout performer for his side after creating the most chances (4). He will be once again looking to display a top performance.
Bruno Fernandes (Portugal)
The 32-year-old will be looking to step up his game so that he can help the Portugal national football team top Group A4. He can control the midfield well, but did not perform to his full potential against Denmark. Bruno Fernandes created the joint most chances (4).
Match Facts
- Portugal have won four of their last five games.
- Wales only have one win in their last five attempts.
- Selecao das Quinas are on a three-game winning run against the Dragons.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Portugal to win @4/9 Ladbrokes
- Joao Felix to score @11/8 SkyBet
- Goals under 3.5 @7/12 Unibet
Injury and Team News
Wales will be without the services of Ethan Ampadu, who is serving a one-game suspension.
Bernardo Silva is all set to sit out for Portugal. He suffered an injury. Ruben Dias, Joao Palhinha and Francisco Conceicao are suspended.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 5
Wales (wins): 1
Portugal (wins): 4
Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
Wales predicted XI (4-4-2)
Darlow (GK); Williams, Rodon, Davies, Dasilva; James, Andrews, Cullen, Johnson; Wilson, Koumas
Portugal predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Diogo Costa (GK); Alberto Costa, Silva, Veiga, Dalot; Neves, Vitinha; Neto, Felix, Fernandes; Ramos
Match Prediction
Despite being at home, Wales are going to have a tough challenge on their hands. All Sugar will be looking to top their group and will be coming with a tough fight.
Selecao das Quinas are likely to come out on top and secure three points.
Prediction: Wales 1-2 Portugal
Telecast Details
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
UK: S4C (Wales matches only)
Portugal: RÁDIO E TELEVISÃO DE PORTUGAL, Sport TV Portugal
USA: FOX Sports, FuboTV, ViX
When and where is the Wales vs Portugal Nations League match?
These nations will lock horns at the Cardiff City Stadium on November 17th.
Where and how to watch UEFA Nations League live in India?
Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV are the only options to view all the games live.
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