How to Watch the World Cup Today: Schedule, Times, TV and Streaming for England, Portugal and More
Today there are four matches scheduled for the 2026 World Cup, including England against Croatia and Portugal against Congo DR. Important players are Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane.
The 2026 World Cup concludes Match Day 1 with four matches spread across the United States, Canada and Mexico. England open the tournament against familiar opponents Croatia in Dallas, while Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo takes the field for what could be his final World Cup against Congo DR in Houston. Colombia and Uzbekistan wrap up a packed night of action in Mexico City. Every match will be broadcast on FOX or FS1 and can be streamed live via FOX One.
Here's everything you need to know about today's World Cup schedule, including start times, TV channels and where to watch.
World Cup schedule for Wednesday, June 17
Portugal vs. Congo DR
- Time: 7:00 PM CET
- TV: FOX
- Stream: Watch for free for 3 days on FOX One
- Location: Houston Stadium, Houston, TX
Player to Watch - Cristiano Ronaldo: One of the greatest players of all time will likely start his final World Cup in this match. At the age of 41 and with 228 international matches to his name, Ronaldo is not just a nostalgia act at this tournament. He remains a remarkably effective striker who has played excellent football for Portugal since Martinez took charge in 2023. Expect Ronaldo to play with intensity and desperation in this match, knowing that time is running out.
England vs. Croatia
- Time: 10:00 PM CET
- TV: FOX
- Stream: Watch for free for 3 days on FOX One
- Location: Dallas Stadium, Arlington, TX
Player to Watch - Harry Kane: There are a lot of stars to watch in this match, but Kane is an elite striker who, at 32 years old, is in the best form of his career. England will be desperate to push through and compete for this World Cup. Those ambitions are completely dependent on Kane, as there is a big drop in scoring options after him. Momentum is crucial for all attackers, and scoring against Croatia will be important not only to win this match, but also to establish themselves as a serious contender this summer.
Ghana vs. Panama
- Time: 7:00 PM CET
- TV: FS1
- Stream: Watch for free for 3 days on FOX One
- Location: Toronto Stadium, Toronto, Ontario
Player to watch - Antoine Semenyo: Semenyo has been a revelation in the Premier League this season. The London-born winger scored 10 goals in 20 appearances for Bournemouth before moving to Manchester City in January. England would like to have Semenyo in their ranks for this tournament, but he will make his debut for Ghana in 2022. He has become one of the best wingers in the world this season and will be the driving force behind Ghana's success this summer.
Uzbekistan vs. Colombia
- Time: 10:00 PM CET
- TV: FS1
- Stream: Watch for free for 3 days on FOX One
- Location: Mexico City Stadium, Mexico City, Mexico
Player to Watch - Luis Díaz: The Bayern Munich winger is the most talented player on both rosters and is one of the elite players in the world at his position. He is a complete winger with his speed, dribbling skills and defensive abilities. He is coming off a 2025-26 season in which he scored 26 goals in 51 appearances in all competitions for theBundesliga champions. Hij blijft crucialaal voor de ambitions van Colombia to ver te komen in de knock-outfase.
Hoe te Kijken naar het WK 2026
All World Cup matches are broadcast in English on FOX and FS1 in the United States, with each match being streamed live on-demand on FOX One.
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