The Portugal National Team confirmed its list of 26 called-up players for the March FIFA Date, in which it will face Mexico on March 28 at the Azteca Stadium. Coach Roberto Martínez opted for a squad very close to the one he is planning for the 2026 World Cup, using these matches as a key evaluation before defining his final group.
Portugal’s friendly against Mexico will also mark the reopening of the Azteca Stadium for the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Portugal takes its World Cup preparation seriously
According to the Portuguese federation and reports published by ESPN, Roberto Martinez considers the March window as decisive to reduce his universe of players to 26 final names for the 2026 World Cup.
Among the players called up for the duel between Portugal and Mexico are consolidated figures such as:
Cristiano Ronaldo
Bruno Fernandes
Bernardo Silva
Vitinha
Rúben Neves
Rafael Leão
Rúben Dias
João Cancelo
João Félix
Gonçalo Ramos
Portugal will also play another friendly on March 31 against the United States in Atlanta.
This makes the tour a high-level test against two host teams for the next World Cup.
Portugal’s coaching staff plans to arrive early in Mexico for training in the Riviera Maya.
Seeking conditions similar to those they may face in 2026, with Miami as a possible operational base during the World Cup.
Portugal’s official list of called-up players
Goalkeepers
Diogo Costa, José Sá, Rui Tiago
Defenders
João Cancelo, Renato Veiga, Diogo Dalot, Rúben Dias, Matheus Nunes, António Silva, Gonçalo Inácio, Nélson Semedo
Midfielders
Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha, Bernardo Silva, Rúben Neves, João Neves, João Palhinha, João Carvalho
Forwards
Cristiano Ronaldo, João Félix, Rafael Leão, Gonçalo Ramos, Pedro Neto, Francisco Conceição, Francisco Trincão, Carlos Forbs.
Why does this match matter in the U.S.?
Established stars stand out
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For fans living in the United States, this FIFA Date offers the opportunity to see Portugal in action against two teams that will be protagonists of the 2026 World Cup, Mexico and the USA.
The match against the United States in Atlanta will also be a showcase for the Portuguese and Latino community in the country.
The match at the Azteca promises to be one of the most attractive international friendlies of the year.
Especially for the possible presence of Cristiano Ronaldo, who continues to be one of the great figures of world soccer.
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