For a team that had 75 percent possession, completed 783 passes and spent much of the afternoon monopolizing the ball, Portugal emerged from the World Cup opener with remarkably little to show for it.
The numbers from the 1-1 draw against DR Congo are uncomfortable to read as Portugal managed just seven shots, only one of which was on target. DR Congo, despite only seeing a quarter of the ball, produced eight shots and had a superior xG of 0.87 compared to Portugal’s 0.65.
The result has inevitably put the focus on Cristiano Ronaldo.
Read the full preview here: Can Portugal and Ronaldo find a way to score against Uzbekistan?
When and where will Portugal vs Uzbekistan be played?
The match between Portugal and Uzbekistan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be played at the NRG Stadium, also known as Houston, in Houston, Texas.
The match will start on June 23 at 12:00 local time (10:30 PM IST).
Where can I watch Portugal’s match in India?
In India, Portugal’s match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup can be watched on United8 Sports 1 and 2, in SD and HD. Fans can also stream the game live on ZEE5 for a subscription fee.
How to watch Portugal vs Uzbekistan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Fans in other parts of the world can watch Portugal vs Uzbekistan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the following platforms:
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USA: Fox Sports
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UK: BBC/ITV
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Canada: CTV, TSN
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Bangladesh: Somoy TV, BTV, T Sports, Bioscope/Toffee/My Robi
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Portugal – Sports TV, LiveModeTV
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Uzbekistan – Such TV
Published on June 23, 2026
