Ronaldo faces Spain for the 11th time — has scored 4 goals in 10 previous meetings

Cristiano Ronaldo will face Spain for the 11th time in his career on Monday, in Portugal's last-16 match at the 2026 World Cup. He first played against Spain 22 years ago and has scored 4 goals in 10 previous meetings. The match offers him the chance to add to that tally against one of his most familiar international opponents.