Portugal vs Nigeria: Predicted lineups with Cristiano Ronaldo for 2026 pre-World Cup friendly

Portugal and Nigeria meet in Leiria in a final pre-World Cup friendly. Check out the predicted lineups, including Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portuguese stars.

By Alexander Rosquez

June 10, 2026 09:46AM EDT

**© Carlos Rodrigues/Getty Images**Cristiano Ronaldo #7 of Portugal runs with the ball during the international friendly.

Portugal will play their final warmup match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they hosts Nigeria on June 10 in Leiria. Led by Cristiano Ronaldo and fresh off their UEFA Nations League triumph, the Portuguese enter the contest looking to fine-tune their squad ahead of their World Cup opener against DR Congo on June 17.

Roberto Martínez’s side arrives in strong form after defeating Chile 2-1 in their previous friendly thanks to goals from Gonçalo Guedes and Bruno Fernandes. The Portuguese have won three of their last four matches and are widely viewed as one of the leading contenders to challenge for the World Cup title this summer.

Nigeria, meanwhile, will use the friendly as an opportunity to test themselves against elite opposition despite missing out on qualification for the tournament. The Super Eagles reached the final stage of the African playoffs but fell short against DR Congo, extending their absence from the World Cup to a second consecutive edition.

Portugal probable lineup

Portugal are expected to field a strong starting XI featuring several of their biggest stars. Cristiano Ronaldo is likely to lead the attack as Martínez continues preparing his preferred lineup for the tournament.

Cristiano Ronaldo #7 of Portugal warms up with teammates. Carlos Rodrigues/Getty Images)

Portugal probable lineup: Diogo Costa; Nuno Mendes, Gonçalo Inácio, Rúben Dias, João Cancelo; João Neves, Rúben Neves; Rafael Leão, Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes; Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Nigeria probable lineup

Nigeria may not be heading to the World Cup, but the squad still features several experienced players capable of challenging one of Europe’s strongest teams. The match provides an important opportunity to evaluate the group’s progress ahead of future international competitions.

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Nigeria probable lineup: Okoye; Sanusi, Bassey, Ajayi, Bewene; Ndidi, F. Onyeka; Simon, Chukwueze, Iwobi; Moffi.

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