Portugal vs Wales LIVE: Everything is ready to start in 2026-28 UEFA Nations League!

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal kick off their 2026–27 UEFA Nations League opener against Wales. Catch live updates, goals, and highlights here on Bolavip US.

By Santiago Tovar

Updated on September 24, 2026 02:40PM EDT

**© Carlos Rodrigues/Getty Images**Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal.

Portugal’s UEFA Nations League title defense kicks off today as the Selecao das Quinas host Wales in their Matchday 1 opener. With high expectations surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo’s inclusion in the starting XI, all eyes are on Lisbon for what promises to be a pivotal group-stage clash.

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Following a early exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Portugal enters a new era under head coach Jorge Jesus. The veteran manager looks to put the World Cup disappointment in the rearview mirror and re-establish the squad as primary contenders for another Nations League crown.

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02:40PM

Everything is ready to start!

Both teams have taken the field for pregame ceremonies, and kickoff is just moments away.

02:30PM

Today's referees

The UEFA Nations League fixture between Portugal and Wales at Lisbon's Estadio Jose Alvalade is officiated by referee Donatas Rumsas (Lithuania), alongside assistant referees Aleksandr Radius (Lithuania) and Dovydas Suziedelis (Lithuania). Robertas Valikonis (Lithuania) serves as the fourth official, while Soren Storks (Germany) oversees the match technology as the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), supported by Assistant VAR Aleandro Di Paolo (Italy).

02:20PM

Start time and how to watch

Portugal vs Wales will get underway at 2:45 PM ET (PT:11:45 AM)

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02:10PM

Wales lineup

Wales' starting XI: Danny Ward; Neco Williams, Ben Cabango, Ben Davies, Jay Dasilva; Ethan Ampadu, Jordan James, Josh Sheehan; David Brooks, Lewis Koumas, Brennan Johnson

02:00PM

Portugal lineup

Portugal's starting XI: Diogo Costa; Joao Cancelo, Ruben Dias, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes; Joao Neves, Vitinha, Pedro Neto, Bruno Fernandes; Joao Felix, Cristiano Ronaldo.

01:45PM

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Santiago Tovar

Santiago Tovar is a bilingual sports journalist who joined Bolavip US in 2024. With over seven years of experience, he has covered a diverse range of sports, including soccer, NFL, NBA, tennis, and Formula 1. Santiago has provided real-time coverage of major events such as the 2021 Women's Copa America, Copa Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, and the Davis Cup qualifiers. Before joining Bolavip US, he worked at Kienyke.com and Redmas.com.co, where he developed strategies to highlight key sports moments across websites and social media platforms.