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The Spanish national team will face Portugal in the World Cup 2026 round of 16 on July 6 in Dallas. The main referee for the match will be Englishman Anthony Taylor, who has previously officiated key matches for Spain.
Who is Anthony Taylor?
Anthony Taylor is an English referee who has been officiating in the Premier League since the 2010-2011 season and has been part of the FIFA international referees list since 2013.
Previous matches with Spain
Taylor has already refereed important matches for Spain, including the 2021 Nations League final, in which Spain lost 2-1 to France. He also refereed the Euro 2024 quarterfinal match between Spain and Germany, which Spain won 2-1.
What does it mean for Spain?
The appointment of Anthony Taylor as referee for the match against Portugal may be an important factor in the outcome of the match. Spain is looking to advance in the World Cup 2026 after their last win 3-0 against Austria on July 2, 2026.
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-02 | Spain - Austria | 3-0 |
The Spanish national team has a recent record of 3 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses in their last 5 matches, and is looking to maintain their streak of 2 consecutive wins.
What's next?
The Spanish national team will face England on September 26, 2026, in their next match. However, first they must overcome the match against Portugal in the World Cup 2026 round of 16.
