Portugal vs Uruguay: World Cup head-to-head record
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Portugal and Uruguay have met twice at the FIFA World Cup, with each side winning once — making their head-to-head record perfectly level. Uruguay edged Portugal 2-1 in the 2018 Round of 16, while Portugal gained revenge with a 2-0 victory in the 2022 group stage. No match between the two nations has ever ended in a draw at the World Cup.
Their rivalry is small in volume but significant in quality, featuring some of the most recognisable names in international football history across both encounters.
All-time Portugal vs Uruguay World Cup record
Despite both nations being serial World Cup participants — Uruguay are two-time champions (1930, 1950) and Portugal have consistently qualified since 1966 — they have crossed paths at the tournament on only two occasions. Their overall record is as balanced as it gets: one win apiece, zero draws, and a combined goal difference of 3-3 across both games.
Match-by-match breakdown
| Year | Stage | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Round of 16 | Uruguay 2-1 Portugal | Uruguay |
| 2022 | Group Stage (Matchday 9) | Portugal 2-0 Uruguay | Portugal |
What the record tells us
The 2018 encounter in Sochi saw Uruguay eliminate a Portugal side led by Cristiano Ronaldo, with Edinson Cavani scoring both Uruguayan goals in a commanding knockout-round performance. Four years later in Qatar, Portugal turned the tables in the group stage, winning 2-0 to secure their place in the last 16. That result meant Portugal topped their group while Uruguay were left needing results to go their way elsewhere. You can track all 2026 fixtures and live scores at Bola 2026 as both nations look to add to this short but compelling rivalry.
Frequently asked questions
Who has the better World Cup record between Portugal and Uruguay?
The record is level — each side has won one of their two World Cup meetings. Uruguay won 2-1 in 2018 and Portugal won 2-0 in 2022, with no draws across either match.
When did Portugal beat Uruguay at the World Cup?
Portugal beat Uruguay 2-0 during the 2022 FIFA World Cup group stage in Qatar. The result helped Portugal top their group and advance to the Round of 16.
Have Portugal and Uruguay ever drawn at the World Cup?
No. In both of their World Cup meetings — 2018 and 2022 — there was a decisive winner. Neither match ended in a draw.