Has Joel Sousa played in a World Cup before?

Portugal has appeared in 8 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Joel Sousa's full international history.

What position does Joel Sousa play?

Joel Sousa plays as a defender for Portugal at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Portugal in at the 2026 World Cup?

Portugal are in Group K at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Colombia, Uzbekistan, DR Congo.

When does Portugal play at the World Cup?

Portugal's first match is on 2026-06-17 against DR Congo at NRG Stadium, Houston.

Joel Sousa – Portugal | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Joel Sousa

Joel Filipe Sousa Monteiro

Date of BirthMay 1, 1991 (age 35)

Place of BirthPorto, Portugal

Height / Weight180 cm / 77 kg

PositionDefender

Current ClubVarzim

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Liga 3	25	0	0
Taça de Portugal	2	0	0
All Competitions	27	0	0

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Portugal's group: Group K →

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World Cup 2026

Group K →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Colombia	2	2	0	0	3	6
2	Portugal	2	1	1	0	5	4
3	DR Congo	2	0	1	1	-1	1
4	Uzbekistan	2	0	0	2	-7	0

2026-06-17Portugal vs DR CongoNRG Stadium, Houston→2026-06-23Portugal vs UzbekistanNRG Stadium, Houston→2026-06-27Colombia vs PortugalHard Rock Stadium, Miami→

2026 tournament outlook

Joel Sousa will represent Portugal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Portugal have been drawn in Group K alongside Colombia, Uzbekistan, DR Congo. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-17 against DR Congo at NRG Stadium, Houston. As a defender, Sousa will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Portugal's best World Cup finish is 3rd place (1966). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Portugal at the 2026 World Cup

Joel Sousa is part of the Portugal squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Roberto Martínez, alongside João Carvalho, João Cancelo, Bruno Fernandes, and Carlos Forbs among the key players.

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