Portugal vs Argentina: Every Match, Real Results & Could They Meet at World Cup 2026?

Portugal vs Argentina is the dream match for neutrals — the fixture that could pit Lionel Messi against Cristiano Ronaldo on the biggest stage. But the two nations have actually played each other only a handful of times, almost always in friendlies. Here is the honest history, the truth about the scorelines people search for, and whether they could finally meet at World Cup 2026.

How often have Portugal and Argentina played?

Surprisingly rarely. Portugal and Argentina are from different confederations, so they don't meet in qualifiers or continental tournaments — only in friendlies or, in theory, the World Cup knockout rounds. Their meetings have been occasional exhibition games, and the two have never faced each other in a competitive World Cup or final.

• They have met only a few times, all friendlies — never at a World Cup and never in a final.
• Their 2011 friendly was a closely contested game decided by a single goal, not a blowout.
• Viral scorelines like 'Portugal vs Argentina 6-0' or '7-2' are not real results between these teams — treat them with caution.

Messi vs Ronaldo: the match everyone wants

The reason Portugal vs Argentina trends is simple: Messi and Ronaldo. For two decades they have defined the era, yet they have shared a pitch at international level only a couple of times. A competitive Portugal vs Argentina game would be one of the most-watched football matches ever — which is exactly why so many people search for it even when one isn't scheduled.

Could Portugal vs Argentina happen at World Cup 2026?

Yes — but only in the knockout rounds. Because they're in different qualifying regions, they can't be drawn in the same group, so a 2026 meeting would mean both teams progressing and the bracket lining them up in the last 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals or, dream scenario, the final. If it happens, you'll be able to watch it live and free on SportixTV.

SportixTV does not host, upload or store any video content on its servers. All live streams are provided by publicly available third-party sources, and we simply organise links so they are easy to find. If you have a content concern, please see our DMCA page.