Portugal and Slovenia battle for a place in the last eight as the two sides meet in Frankfurt at Euro 2024 .
With wins over the Czech Republic and Turkey already enough to secure progression to the Round of 16 , Roberto Martinez rested a number of his key players against Georgia.
A shock defeat in their final group game has threatened to stall Portugal’s momentum, though, and Slovenia will look to take advantage.
Three draws were enough for Matjaz Kek’s side to advance out of a nip-and-tuck Group C and progress to the knockout rounds of a major tournament for the first time.
Here’s everything you need to know.
When is Portugal vs Slovenia?
Portugal vs Slovenia is due to kick off at 8pm BST on Monday 1 July at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt.
How can I watch it?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on BBC One, with coverage on the channel from 7.30pm BST. A livestream will be available via the BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport website.
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Team news
Roberto Martinez is likely to bring back those rested against Georgia, with Rafael Leao back available after serving a one-match suspension.
Slovenia have used the same line-up in every match so far, but that run will end here with Erik Janza having picked up a second yellow card of the tournament against England. The left-back is thus banned, with Jure Balkovec likely to deputise.
Predicted line-ups
Portugal XI: Costa; Cancelo, Pepe, Dias, Mendes; Vitinha, Palhinha; Silva, Fernandes, Leao; Ronaldo.
Slovenia XI: Oblak; Karnicnik, Drkusic, Bijol, Balkovec; Stojanovic, Elsnik, Gnezda Cerin, Mlakar; Sesko, Sporar.
Odds
Portugal win 2/5
Slovenia win 15/2
Prediction
Portugal 2-1 Slovenia
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