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Portugal will host Chile in a FIFA Matchday friendly at Estadio Nacional on Sunday (7 June 2026) at 00:45 WIB.

The Portugal vs Chile match serves as the final preparation for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Roberto Martinez’s team comes into the game in impressive form after securing World Cup qualification and suffering only one defeat in their last 11 matches, while Chile failed to qualify for the World Cup finals for the third consecutive time.

Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to lead Portugal once again. Based on recent performances, squad quality, and the advantage of playing at home, Portugal are widely favoured to claim victory over Chile.

This international friendly between Portugal and Chile is predicted to be one of the most exciting fixtures in the June 2026 FIFA Matchday schedule.

The match, set to take place at Estadio Nacional, Portugal, on Saturday (6 June 2026), will be an important part of the Selecao das Quinas’ preparations for the 2026 World Cup finals.

For Portugal, this is more than just a regular warm-up game. Roberto Martinez’s side are fine-tuning their squad composition, tactical approach, and player fitness ahead of the world’s most prestigious football tournament. Meanwhile, Chile arrives in a contrasting situation.

La Roja failed to book a ticket to the 2026 World Cup and are now in a rebuilding phase after enduring a challenging few years.

This match also gives Cristiano Ronaldo another chance to captain Portugal. The veteran forward could mark another milestone in his preparations for a record-breaking sixth World Cup appearance — an achievement unmatched in international football history.

Portugal Arrives with Convincing Momentum

Portugal sealed their 2026 World Cup place in emphatic fashion. The Selecao das Quinas topped Group F in the European qualifiers and concluded their campaign with a resounding 9-1 victory over Armenia at Estadio do Dragao last November.

The huge win stands as the second-biggest in Portugal’s history, underlining the strength and depth of Roberto Martinez’s squad ahead of the global event.

After securing their ticket to the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Portugal maintained their rhythm through several international games. In their last two outings, Portugal drew 0-0 with Mexico before defeating the United States 2-0.

The goals against the United States came from Trincao and Joao Felix, extending Portugal’s strong record of just one loss in their last 11 matches across all competitions.

Their only defeat in that period came in a 0-2 loss to the Republic of Ireland last November.

Portugal’s consistency and high-level performances have placed them among the leading contenders for the 2026 World Cup title.

Their confidence is also reinforced by a strong home record. Out of their last eight home fixtures, Portugal have recorded seven wins and one draw — a 2-2 result against Hungary.

Chile Looking to Rebound After World Cup Failure

On the other hand, Chile faces the harsh reality of missing out on another World Cup. Failing to qualify for the 2026 finals marks their third consecutive absence for a nation once considered a major South American force.

In the CONMEBOL qualifiers, Chile managed just two wins from 18 matches, finishing at the bottom of the standings.

However, under coach Nicolas Cordova, the team showed signs of improvement in recent games. Chile held Uruguay to a goalless draw in their final qualifier.

That result kick-started a five-match unbeaten streak, including four consecutive wins — one of which was a 4-2 victory over Cape Verde in the FIFA World Series.

The run ended against New Zealand, where Chile played with 10 men after Dario Osorio received two yellow cards within four minutes in the first half, leading to a 1-4 defeat.

Despite losing only once in their last six matches, Chile’s away form remains a concern. La Roja have lost four of their last five away fixtures, making the trip to face Portugal a difficult challenge.

Head-to-Head Record Between Portugal and Chile

The clash at Estadio Nacional will mark the fifth meeting between Portugal and Chile in history.

One of their most memorable encounters was in the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup semifinals, where both sides played out a goalless draw over 120 minutes before Chile triumphed in the penalty shootout to reach the final.

However, in recent years, Portugal have shown far greater consistency and progress compared to Chile.

Portugal currently sit fifth in the FIFA world rankings, while Chile are positioned 54th — highlighting a significant gap in quality between the two teams ahead of this fixture.

Roberto Martinez Finalising World Cup Core Squad

Roberto Martinez is expected to use the match against Chile to fine-tune his core lineup for the World Cup.

Paris Saint-Germain players such as Joao Neves, Vitinha, Nuno Mendes, and Goncalo Ramos will be unavailable for this match.

In their absence, Ruben Neves and Samu Costa are expected to anchor the midfield, while Bruno Fernandes will orchestrate plays behind the attacking trio.

In attack, Bernardo Silva is likely to operate on the right flank, Rafael Leao on the left, and Cristiano Ronaldo as the central striker.

In goal, Diogo Costa remains the first-choice keeper, supported by a backline featuring Diogo Dalot, Ruben Dias, Goncalo Inacio, and Joao Cancelo.

Chile Counting on Blend of Experience and Youth

Meanwhile, Nicolas Cordova is expected to continue trusting Lawrence Vigouroux as his main goalkeeper.

The defensive line will likely consist of Igor Lichnovsky, Guillermo Maripan, Francisco Sierralta, and Gabriel Suazo.

Vicente Pizarro and Felipe Loyola are set to provide balance in midfield, while the attacking unit will include Maximiliano Gutierrez, Dario Osorio, Matias Sepulveda, and Gonzalo Tapia leading the line.

Chile hopes that the mix of seasoned players and emerging talents can pose a challenge to the heavily favoured Portuguese side.

Predicted Lineups
Portugal

Diogo Costa; Diogo Dalot, Ruben Dias, Goncalo Inacio, Joao Cancelo; Ruben Neves, Samu Costa; Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes, Rafael Leao; Cristiano Ronaldo.

Chile

Lawrence Vigouroux; Igor Lichnovsky, Guillermo Maripan, Francisco Sierralta, Gabriel Suazo; Vicente Pizarro, Felipe Loyola; Maximiliano Gutierrez, Dario Osorio, Matias Sepulveda; Gonzalo Tapia.

Score Prediction: Portugal vs Chile

Considering recent form, individual quality, squad depth, and home advantage, Portugal are clear favourites over Chile.

Portugal are eager to maintain their positive momentum ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Group K. Meanwhile, Chile remain in a rebuilding phase after missing out on the tournament.

With talents such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Rafael Leao, and Ruben Dias, Portugal are expected to control proceedings from the start.

Chile may attempt to respond through counter-attacks and creative play from Dario Osorio or Gonzalo Tapia, but overall, the Selecao das Quinas hold superiority across most areas.

Sportskeeda prediction: Portugal 3-1 Chile.