When is Portugal World Cup squad announcement? Date & time revealed
The Selecao has some top players in great form heading into the World Cup.
Portugal will be hoping to win the World Cup next month. The Selecao made their tournament debut in 1966 and the closest they have been to the competition is when they finished third, but they have never advanced past the quarterfinals since.
Although it would be shocking if Cristiano Ronaldo were left out of Roberto Martinez’s plans, there are no assurances that the 41-year-old will play in his sixth World Cup if he is chosen for the competition in North America.
Here, we examine the most important information regarding Portugal’s final squad announcement, including whether or not their most well-known player would be included.
When will Portugal announce their squad for FIFA World Cup 2026?
Today, May 19, Portugal’s final World Cup roster will be revealed. The announcement will be made at 8 AM EDT/ 5:30 PM IST.
The announcement will be available to watch via the official channels of the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF).
Teams competing in the World Cup were required by FIFA standards to submit a preliminary squad of players by May 11 and their final, whittled-down list by May 30.
There must be a minimum of 23 players and a maximum of 26 in the final squad. The need that at least three of these players be goalkeepers is the only additional requirement.
With so many elite players at his disposal, Martinez is likely to pick a full contingent of 26.
Will Cristiano Ronaldo be included in the squad?
Yes, Ronaldo will be selected for the competition, making 2026 his sixth World Cup in his illustrious career.
Even at 41, the forward continues to score goals for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, and his background and skill set make him an invaluable member of the team. However, there is no assurance that he will start every game; in fact, if Martinez wants to get the most out of his group of elite players, he could have to decide whether to downgrade Ronaldo’s position to that of an impact replacement.
When will Portugal confirm their World Cup squad?
Today, May 19
Will Ronaldo be named in the squad?
Yes
Which World Cup group are the Selecao in?
They are in group K.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.