how far has portugal gone in world cup overall

Portugal’s best overall World Cup finish is third place, which they reached in 1966. In the modern era, their best result with Cristiano Ronaldo was fourth place in 2006.

Portugal at a glance

• Best finish overall: third place.
• Best finish in the Ronaldo era: fourth place.
• They are one of Europe’s stronger World Cup teams, but they have not won the tournament yet.

Quick scoop

Portugal’s deepest run came in 1966, when they finished third, and that remains their top World Cup achievement. Their 2006 team got closest in the 21st century, ending in fourth after reaching the semifinals.