How to watch Portugal vs. Spain online for free from anywhere

The World Cup Round of 16 continues with another can't-miss match. We've rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Portugal vs. Spain, including free and global streaming options.

This knockout match will pit Lamine Yamal, making his World Cup debut this year, against six-time veteran Cristiano Ronaldo, who has announced that the 2026 World Cup will be his last. Portugal and Spain will meet in Arlington, Texas, following their respective Round of 32 victories over Croatia and Austria.

If you're hoping to tune in, you've come to the right place. We've highlighted tons of worldwide streaming options below. If you want to keep up with the rest of the tournament, you can check out our where to watch the World Cup viewing guide.

Where to watch Portugal vs. Spain for free

World Cup fans in several countries are in luck this year. There are tons of free options for all of the games, including Portugal vs. Spain. This match is available to stream for free on BBC iPlayer in the UK and SBS On Demand in Australia. Coverage is also available on ZDF in Germany, RTVE in Spain, Rai Play in Italy, and Tabii in Turkey.

US viewers can watch at no immediate cost with a free trial from a live TV service, such as Fubo or YouTube TV.

How to watch Portugal vs. Spain from anywhere

If you're away from the location where any of these streaming services work, don't worry. You can access the free options from anywhere with a VPN (virtual private network). VPNs are easy-to-use apps that let people temporarily change the location on their devices so their favorite websites work from anywhere in the world. They're popular among those looking to keep up with their usual services while traveling abroad or hoping to boost their day-to-day cybersecurity and privacy.

NordVPN consistently ranks among the best VPNs we've tested. It's fast, user-friendly, and offers an impressive selection of global servers. Plus, it includes a 30-day money-back guarantee, so there's no sweat if it's not what you're looking for.

Where to watch Portugal vs. Spain in the US

Portugal vs. Spain, and much of the rest of the tournament, will air on FOX in the US. Other matches will be available through FS1. If you're a cord-cutter looking for a streaming service to watch the rest of the World Cup, you have several options.

Fubo Sports + News offers FOX, FS1, and around 27 other channels in its lineup. Subscriptions also unlock access to ESPN Unlimited. If you're looking for even more channels, FOX and FS1 are also available in Fubo's pricier Core and Ultra plans. Fubo plans start at $65 a month, but first-time customers can get at least $10 off their first month after a free trial.

YouTube TV carries FOX and FS1 in both its main and sports plans. The main plan typically costs $83 a month, but a limited-time deal can bring the first five months down to $68 a month for new customers. Similarly, the sports plan typically costs $65 a month, but new users can get $10 a month off their first 12 months. YouTube TV also typically offers a free trial for first-time customers.

Fans interested in Spanish-language coverage in the US will need to subscribe to Peacock. Sports-friendly plans start at $11 a month for Peacock Premium and unlock access to all 104 World Cup matches.

Where to watch Portugal vs. Spain in the UK

BBC and ITV split coverage rights in the UK, but Portugal vs. Spain is available on the BBC. This means fans will be able to live stream all of the action for free with a BBC iPlayer account. Users just need to create an account if they don't already have one, and then they're all set to start watching.

Where to watch Portugal vs. Spain in Australia

All World Cup games, including Portugal vs. Spain, are available to live stream on SBS On Demand in Australia. This is a free streaming service that supports SBS channels and just requires account creation to use.

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