Arlington, July 5 -- Ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash against Cristiano Ronaldo-led Portugal, Spanish midfielder Gavi termed their opponents as the "toughest" they are going to face so far, pointing out their great midfield line-up. He also backed his aggressive gameplay and intensity, saying that "he will never change".

The Portugal versus Spain clash in the round of 16 will witness a 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo, a football institution in himself, go face-to-face with the next generation of Spanish football, of which Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, and Gavi are amongst some of the promising flag-bearers. The clash will take place on July 7, 12:30 AM IST.

Speaking ahead of the match, Gavi said on his opponents and the...