PortekizvsÖzbekistan

Portugal meet Uzbekistan at NRG Stadium on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, match 45 of the tournament and the pivot of the group — by now both sides know exactly what a win is worth. Group K sends its top two through automatically, with the eight best third-placed teams across all twelve groups also advancing — so neither side can afford a flat ninety minutes.

Houston provides the stage — was the first NFL stadium built with a retractable roof — vital against Houston’s heat and humidity. Kickoff is 12:00 stadium time (CDT); fans of Portugal and Uzbekistan can check the exact hour back home in the times panel below.