This Saturday at the Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium in Yerevan, Portugal begins its qualifying campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Armenia, who are looking to create some history while Portugal attempts to use this qualifying campaign as a reset to their squad after the recent tragic news of Diogo Jota’s untimely passing and still emotional from being the UEFA Nations League champions.
Cristiano Ronaldo against Armenia
For Cristiano Ronaldo, the match against Armenia is a chance to shine once more with qualification to a major international tournament in question, and for the 40 year old it’s a chance to move further up the all time record holder for the most number of goals scored in World Cup qualifiers and is chasing Carlos Ruiz from Guatemala on three goals.
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) September 3, 2025
When And Where To Watch Portugal vs Armenia In India?
Portugal will kick off its opening qualifying matchat 9:30 PM IST, and Indian Football Fans can watch the match through SONY LIV APP or Sony Sports Network. The viewing platforms are not limited to India, as in the USA, viewers can watch on Fox Soccer Plus, fuboTV, ESPN Deportes and others, and be in synch to current coverage of the match. This opening match is part of Group F with a total of four teams, they are Portugal, Armenia, Hungary, and the Republic of Ireland.
Portugal vs Armenia past encounters
Past results for the two nations suggest that Portugal is at home in this corner in the matchup, having defeated Ghana in four of their six encounters, their latest was back in 2015 with a Ronaldo hattrick to lead to a 3−2 win. This matchup is a glimpse into rich stories, emotional nostalgia, Ronaldo’s ever present search for new goal, and the breaking of the World Cup’s intense hold. Fans in India and elsewhere are served a exciting mix of skills, history, and the highest order of drama, with multiple broadcast and viewing options available to ensure nobody misses a second.
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