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Updated 2026-06-18 12:24

In Portugal has competed in every FIFA World Cup since 1966, with its deepest run in 1966, and advancing to the semi-finals in 2006. Knockout stage appearances occurred in 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022. Their 2022 run ended in the last eight with a defeat to Morocco. The captain Cristiano Ronaldo served as captain and top scorer through several World Cups. This history highlights Portugal’s enduring World Cup presence with a mix of deep runs and early exits.

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A history of Portugal at the World Cup - Betway Insider

Thomas Müller was the star of the show in this group game, scoring a hat-trick that helped him on his way to the Golden Boot. The Bayern Munich forward kicked off the scoring with an early penalty before smashing home a third and tapping in a fourth for Germany. Central defender Mats Hummels headed in a second goal for the Germans before being substituted for a knee injury. The game was wrapped up by half-time after it was already 3-0, with Portugal going down to ten men after defender Pepe...

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