Yamal made the remarks after helping Spain achieve victory over Austria in the Round of 32 on Thursday, earning their place in the final 16.

With Portugal edging Croatia 2-1 to set up a meeting with the Spaniards, the 18-year-old confessed he is looking forward to the challenge but reiterated his objective remains helping Spain move.

“Well, I don’t really care – Croatia or Portugal,” Yamal stated (via DAZN).

“It would be an honour, obviously, to play against Cristiano, but I am focused on winning the game, and I don’t really care who advances between the two of them.”

Spain will now play against Portugal in the Round of 16 on Monday, with a place in the quarter-finals at stake. Portugal sealed their position after overcoming Croatia 2-1 in the Round of 32.