Portugal has proposed an international friendly match against Nigeria’s Super Eagles as part of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The encounter is expected to help both teams fine-tune their squads ahead of the global tournament.
According to reports, the friendly has been tentatively scheduled for June 6th, with Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, likely to host the match. The proposed fixture is seen as a high-profile test for both sides, given their strong football pedigree.
Officials from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the Portuguese Football Federation are currently in discussions and are expected to finalise the details of the match in the coming days. Once concluded, an official announcement will be made by both football bodies.
The Super Eagles head into the proposed friendly on the back of impressive performances at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where they earned praise for their resilience, tactical discipline, and attacking quality. The team’s recent form has attracted attention from top football nations seeking quality opposition.
Recall that Portugal last faced Nigeria in a friendly match in November 2022, where the European side secured a convincing 4–0 victory. Goals from Bruno Fernandes, Gonçalo Ramos, and João Mário sealed the win for the former European champions, who will be keen to test themselves again against an improved Nigerian side.
