Watch Portugal vs DR Congo live streams as Cristiano Ronaldo comes to the party at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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- Kick-Off: Wednesday, 17 June | 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m PT / 6 p.m. BST / 3 a.m. AEST (Thu.)
- Free Streams: BBC (U.K.) / SBS On Demand (Australia)
- US Stream: Fox via Sling
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- More: How to watch World Cup 2026
In the past 10 years, Portugal have won the European Championship and the Nations League twice. Now A Selecao are attempting to take the final step by winning a first World Cup. It won't be easy, but there is an optimistic mood around the national team ahead of their opening match against DR Congo.
It's not hard to see why when you look at Portugal's squad. Their midfield is up there with the best at the tournament, while Portugal would not swap full-backs Nuno Mendes and Joao Cancelo for anyone. The elephant in the room is Cristiano Ronaldo, well past his best at 41, but that is unlikely to be a major issue in the group stage.
Back at the big one for the first time since 1974 (as Zaire), DR Congo battled their way through a tough qualification process, finishing just behind Senegal in their group before beating Cameroon, Nigeria and Jamaica in various play-offs. A resilient and experienced side, the Leopards may struggle to create chances from open play, especially against a strong Portuguese side. They'll need Yoane Wissa to rediscover his Brentford form after a season's toils at Newcastle.
Here's how to watch Portugal vs DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup finals online and on TV — starting with free streaming options.
Can you watch Portugal vs DR Congo for free?
Portugal vs DR Congo is free to watch in a number of countries, including the U.K., Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Netherlands and Turkey.
Portugal vs DR Congo team news
Portugal XI: Costa; Cancelo, Araujo, Veiga, Mendes; Vitinha, Neves; B. Silva, B. Fernandes, Neto; Ronaldo.
DR Congo XI: Mpasi; Wan-Bissaka, Kapuadi, Tuanzebe, Mbemba, Masuaku; Moutoussamy, Kayembe, Mukau; Wissa, Bakambu.
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How to watch Portugal vs DR Congo live streams in the U.S.
Portugal vs DR Congo will be broadcast on Fox in the U.S.
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How to watch Portugal vs DR Congo live streams in the U.K.
In the U.K. you can stream Portugal vs DR Congo on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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How to watch Portugal vs DR Congo live streams in Canada
In Canada, TSN and CTV are broadcasting Portugal vs DR Congo.
TSN+ packages starts at $8 a month and will include every game of the World Cup, including Portugal vs DR Congo.
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How to watch Portugal vs DR Congo live streams in Australia
In Australia, free-to-air broadcaster SBS will broadcast Portugal vs DR Congo.
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Portugal vs DR Congo — Need to Know
What time does Portugal vs DR Congo kick-off?
Here are the kick-off times for Portugal vs DR Congo around the world:
- Australia: 3 a.m. (Thu.)
- Brazil: 2 p.m.
- Canada: 1 p.m. ET / 10am PT
- Central Europe: 7 p.m.
- India: 10.30 p.m.
- Mexico: 11 a.m.
- New Zealand: 5 a.m. (Thu.)
- South Africa: 7 p.m.
- U.S.: 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT
- U.K.: 6 p.m.
Where is Portugal vs DR Congo being played?
Portugal vs DR Congo is being played at Houston Stadium in Houston, USA.
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