FIFA World Cup Round of 7 Live: Team news is in! Both lineups confirmed for the blockbuster clash
The team sheets are closed here in Dallas, and the two managers have called explosive formations for this monumental Iberian derby. England’s Anthony Taylor will be the man in charge of the whistle tonight.
PORTUGAL STARTING XI: Roberto Martínez goes with a star-studded lineup, led by the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo at the top, flanked by João Félix and Pedro Neto.
Goalkeeper: Diogo Costa
Defenders: João Cancelo, Rúben Dias, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes
Midfielders: João Neves, Vitinha, Bruno Fernandes
Forwards: Pedro Neto, João Félix, Cristiano Ronaldo (C)
Substitutions: José Sá, Rui Silva, Nélson Semedo, Araújo, Dalot, Inácio, Samu, Matheus Luiz, Silva, Rúben Neves, Gonçalo Ramos, Trincão, Rafael Leão, Gonçalo Guedes, Francisco Conceição.
SPAIN STARTING XI: Luis de la Fuente keeps faith in his rock solid core. The best defensive backline of the tournament remains intact, while teenager Lamine Yamal goes wide to torment the Portuguese flanks.
Goalkeeper: Unai Simón
Defenders: Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella
Midfielders: Pedri, Rodri, Dani Olmo
Forwards: Alex Baena, Mikel Oyarzabal, Lamine Yamal
Substitutions: Raya, Joan García, Pubill, Grimaldo, Eric García, Llorente, Merino, Ferran Torres, Fabián Ruiz, Gavi, Yeremy Pino, Nico Williams, Martin Zubimendi, Muñoz, Borja Iglesias.