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Can Portugal face Mexico in the 2026 World Cup final, as predicted by 'The Simpsons' 29 years ago? A prediction from 'The Simpsons' 29 years ago may have anticipated the duel.
What happened?
An episode of the ninth season of 'The Simpsons' showed a football match between Mexico and Portugal, which would decide which would be the greatest nation in the world.
Why is this important for Portugal?
The football scene between Mexicans and Portuguese does not mention this year's tournament, but some enthusiasts see signs between the series and the 2026 World Cup. The winner of the duel would become the greatest in the world, which for many has a connection with the current Cup.
What comes next?
The Portuguese team is in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, after drawing 1-1 with Congo DR on June 17, 2026. The team has a recent record of 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses in the last 5 games.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-17 | Congo DR | 1-1 |
The Portuguese team's next match will be against Wales on September 24, 2026, at home.
Reasons to believe in a peculiar final
Another 'coincidence' would be the stage of the confrontation. In the TV show, the duel takes place at the Springfield Stadium. Some internet users turned to Google and found a stadium with the same name in the city of Jersey. The curious thing is that the stage of the decision of this year's Cup will be at the MetLife Stadium, a stadium located in New... Jersey.
