The Portugal national team faces the Republic of Ireland on Thursday, with Diogo Dalot and João Félix in the starting lineup. The coach Roberto Martinez has chosen Diogo Dalot for the left side of the defense, with João Cancelo on the opposite side.

Who is in the starting lineup?

The starting lineup for Portugal includes Diogo Costa, João Cancelo, Rúben Dias, Gonçalo Inácio, and Diogo Dalot. In the midfield, Rúben Neves, João Neves, and Vitinha will play. In the attack, the coach's options are João Félix, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Bernardo Silva.

What has changed from the last game?

Compared to the last game, in which Portugal drew with Hungary, Roberto Martinez has changed almost half of the team, with five changes. João Cancelo, Diogo Dalot, Gonçalo Inácio, João Neves, and João Félix are in, while Nélson Semedo, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes, Bruno Fernandes, and Pedro Neto are out.

How important is the game?

The game against the Republic of Ireland is important for Portugal, which is seeking a win to stay in the running for qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

PlayerPosition
Diogo CostaGoalkeeper
João CanceloRight back
Rúben DiasCenter back
Gonçalo InácioCenter back
Diogo DalotLeft back
Rúben NevesMidfielder
João NevesMidfielder
VitinhaMidfielder
João FélixForward
Cristiano RonaldoForward
Bernardo SilvaForward