Spain already knows when it will play again in the 2026 World Cup. After beating Austria 3-0 in the round of 32, the National Team will play the round of 16 on Monday, July 6 in Dallas.
The opponent will come from the Portugal - Croatia match, one of the most powerful matchups in this part of the bracket.
When Spain plays its next 2026 World Cup match
Spain's next match will be on Monday, July 6 in Dallas. La Roja reaches the round of 16 after decisively overcoming Austria and having one of its best nights of the tournament.
It will be another direct elimination match: whoever wins will continue in the World Cup and whoever loses will be eliminated.
Who Spain plays in the round of 16
Spain will play against the winner of Portugal - Croatia. The match will decide whether La Roja faces Portugal or Croatia in the round of 16.
If Portugal wins, the focus will be enormous: Iberian duel, Cristiano Ronaldo, big names, and maximum audience. If Croatia wins, the match will be less explosive in headlines, but very dangerous in terms of football: experience, skill, and a team that knows how to compete in knockout stages.
Where Spain's next match is played
The match will be played in Dallas, one of the venues for the 2026 World Cup. Spain will travel after winning in Los Angeles and breaking its bad historical streak in World Cup knockout rounds.
The key now will be physical recovery, rest, and emotional management. The first hurdle has already been overcome. Now the big stretch begins.