Portugal vs Wales: TV Channel, Kick-off Time, and How to Watch the Nations League Match
The Nations League returns with Wales stepping back into the top tier for their opening match against last year's champions, Portugal. The game sets up a challenging encounter in Group A4.
After missing out on the World Cup due to a penalty shootout loss against Bosnia and Herzegovina, Craig Bellamy's squad earned promotion by winning League B in 2024, which brings them face-to-face with stars like Cristiano Ronaldo.
Even though Lionel Messi has retired from international football, Ronaldo remains active. Despite some criticism over his recent World Cup performances and questions about his age, the 41-year-old striker has been included in Portugal's Nations League squad. Both former coach Roberto Martinez and current manager Jorge Jesus have kept him in the lineup as he chases his goal tally milestone of 1000 career goals, currently 21 short.
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, 26 September 2026
- Venue: Estadio Jose Alvalade, Lisbon
- Kick-off: 7.45pm BST
How to Watch
Fans in the UK can catch the action live on BBC One Wales and stream it via BBC iPlayer.
Team News
Wales face additional challenges with multiple injuries. Harry Wilson pulled out due to a quad injury, while Joe Rodon and Dylan Lawlor were already absent because of fitness issues. Nathan Broadhead and goalkeeper Karl Darlow have also withdrawn. Meanwhile, Portugal report no injury problems ahead of the game.
Predicted Line-ups
- Portugal XI: Costa; Cancelo, Dias, Veiga, Mendes; Vitinha, J Neves; Neto, Fernandes, Felix; Ronaldo
- Wales XI: Ward; N Williams, Cabango, Norrington-Davies, Dasilva; Ampadu, J James; Brooks, Thomas, Johnson; D James
