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1000th World Cup Match Kicks Off Sunday!
21 Jun
Summary
- Tunisia vs Japan marks the 1,000th World Cup match.
- Five group-stage matches are scheduled across three countries.
- Viewers in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia have broadcast options.
The World Cup on Sunday, June 21, 2026, presents a full slate of five group-stage games across North America. These matches, featuring Groups F, G, and H, will take place in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, kicking off at midnight ET and concluding at 9:00 PM ET.
A historic moment arrives with the 1,000th World Cup match, as Tunisia faces Japan at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey. Other key matchups include Spain vs. Saudi Arabia, Belgium vs. Iran, Uruguay vs. Cape Verde, and New Zealand vs. England.
Fans worldwide can tune in. In the US, Fox and Telemundo are the primary broadcasters. The UK will see coverage split between BBC and ITV. Canada's matches will be aired by CBC, TSN, and RDS. Australia can watch all games on SBS. Match times are provided in Eastern Time, with local variations across the five host stadiums.
