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Today's World Cup 2026 matches: kickoff times for Spain vs Saudi Arabia, Belgium vs Iran, and more

A detailed view of the FIFA World Cup Trophy during the VIP Welcome Reception ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on December 04, 2025 .

The 2026 World Cup is well underway, and with the group stage set to continue until 27 June, there are sure to be some surprises in store as the 48 competing teams vie for a place in the knockout rounds.

If you're looking to keep up with every World Cup match, or just want to know who's playing today, check out our handy guide below:

Who's playing in the World Cup today?

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We've got four matches today, as teams continue to compete for a place in the first of two knockout rounds.

Today's fixtures see groups H and G duking it out to move onto the next round. At the time of writing, every single team in both groups has just one point, meaning it really is all to play for.

Here are the full listings for today:

World Cup games for Sunday 21 June

Group

Game

Time (EDT / BST)

H

Spain vs Saudi Arabia

12pm / 5pm

G

Belgium vs Iran

3pm / 8pm

H

Uruguay vs Cabo Verde

6pm / 11pm

G

New Zealand vs Egypt

9pm / 2am (Mon)

Where can I watch today's World Cup games?

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In the US, all 104 World Cup games are being broadcast exclusively on FOX and FS1, with Spanish language broadcasts via Telemundo and streaming service Peacock.

In the UK, you can watch all World Cup matches for free on either BBC iPlayer or ITVX.

Wherever you're watching from, be sure to head to our how to watch World Cup 2026 guide for details on how to tune in online, for free, and from anywhere in the world.

Can I stream the World Cup online?

Depending on where you are, you could be able to stream World Cup games online.

In the US, those without cable television can watch FOX and FS1 via streaming service Sling. In the UK, BBC iPlayer and ITVX have got you covered.

For those in Australia, Canada, and elsewhere be sure to check out our handy guide on how to watch World Cup 2026, to find out how to stream in your region.

Who's playing in the World Cup tomorrow?

Tomorrow (Sunday, June 21) sees four more matches as eight teams go head to head.

World Cup games for Monday 22 June

Group

Game

Time (EDT / BST)

J

Argentina vs Austria

1pm / 6pm

I

France vs Iraq

5pm / 10pm

I

Norway vs Senegal

8pm / 1am (Tues)

J

Jordan vs Algeria

11pm / 4am (Tues)

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