Overview

• The match kicks off Saturday at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon with Portugal top of Group F after consecutive wins.
• Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to start for the home side, with coach Roberto Martínez praising his sustained hunger in the pre-match press conference.
• Ireland arrive under pressure after taking one point from two games, including a 2-1 loss to Armenia that left them at the bottom of the group.
• Live coverage is carried on ESPN’s international feed and Disney Plus in multiple markets, with Sky Sports listed in some regions.
• Bookmakers rate Portugal as heavy favorites, and media have posted probable lineups for both teams that remain subject to late changes.