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Seth VertelneyThe 2026 World Cup round of 32 bracket is quickly taking shape, with the final round of group-stage games set for Saturday, June 27.
After a surprising 1-1 draw with DR Congo to open up the tournament, Portugal bounced back in a big way by hammering Uzbekistan 5-0. But Cristiano Ronaldo and company were held to a scoreless draw in the group finale against Colombia, finishing as the runner-up in Group K.
Portugal will face Croatia in the round of 32 in Toronto on July 2.
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Portugal takes on Croatia in the World Cup round of 32 after finishing runner-up in Group K.
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Portugal's round of 32 match against Croatia is set for July 2 at 7 p.m. ET in Toronto.
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