World Cup schedule today: How to watch, TV channels & live stream
The World Cup has concluded, and professional soccer has shifted to regular season and preseason play. Several matches are scheduled for today, including Liverpool vs Leeds, AC Milan vs Inter Milan, and Leagues Cup games featuring Monterrey vs Orlando City and FC Cincinnati vs Pachuca. Additionally, the Junior League Softball World Series and Hlinka Gretzky Cup are ongoing.
What changed
The focus has shifted from the World Cup to preseason soccer matches and other sporting events.
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World Cup schedule today: How to watch, TV channels & live stream
The World Cup has concluded, and professional soccer has shifted to regular season and preseason play. Several matches are scheduled for today, including Liverpool vs Leeds, AC Milan vs Inter Milan, and Leagues Cup games featuring Monterrey vs Orlando City and FC Cincinnati vs Pachuca. Additionally, the Junior League Softball World Series and Hlinka Gretzky Cup are ongoing.
Why it matters
The conclusion of the World Cup marks a transition to regular and preseason soccer matches. These games provide opportunities for teams to fine-tune their strategies and player lineups before the start of the new season. Fans can watch these matches through various TV channels and live streaming platforms.
What is confirmed
- Liverpool is playing against Leeds United in a preseason match.
- AC Milan and Inter Milan are set to play a preseason match in Perth, Australia.
- The Junior League Softball World Series is currently underway.
- The Hlinka Gretzky Cup is ongoing, with Canada facing Slovakia in a Group A game.
- Leagues Cup 2026 features matches between Monterrey vs Orlando City and FC Cincinnati vs Pachuca.
What to watch next
- The schedule and TV channels for the Leagues Cup 2026 matches
- The results of the Junior League Softball World Series
- The outcome of the Hlinka Gretzky Cup Group A game between Canada and Slovakia
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MLS and Club Friendlies replace World Cup focus on August 1
Professional soccer shifts to regular season and preseason play as the World Cup concludes. Inter Miami hosts Columbus Crew at Nu Stadium in an MLS Eastern Conference match featuring the return of Lionel Messi. In preseason action, Arsenal faces Girona at Estadi Montilivi. Manchester City also plays Inter Milan. Outside of soccer, the USA Softball Elite squad faces American Samoa in the International Cup at Devon Park in Oklahoma City. These events follow the July World Cup schedule and precede the Little League Softball World Series starting tomorrow.
Why it matters
The sports calendar is transitioning from international tournaments to club competitions. MLS teams are competing for conference points before the Leagues Cup. European clubs are using friendlies to prepare for the 2026-27 season.
Still unconfirmed
- Inter Miami plays Columbus Crew at Nu Stadium.
- Arsenal plays Girona at Estadi Montilivi.
- Manchester City plays Inter Milan.
- The USA Softball Elite squad plays American Samoa at Devon Park in Oklahoma City.
What to watch next
- Start of the Little League Softball World Series on August 2.
- Results of the 2026 CONCACAF U-20 Championship group stage.
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World Cup viewing options and upcoming sports schedule
World Cup matches remain available via cable networks including FOX, ESPN, and NBC, as well as streaming services Peacock, Apple TV+, and ESPN+. While July featured World Cup pageantry, the sports calendar shifts toward August events. The 2026 MLS All-Star Game takes place tonight. Looking ahead, the 2026 Little League Softball World Series begins Sunday, Aug. 2, with four bracket play games to determine a champion. Other active competitions include the 2026 CONCACAF U-20 Championship group stage and the USA Softball International Cup.
Why it matters
The transition from July to August marks a shift from major international tournaments to youth championships and domestic league starts. These broadcasts span multiple digital and traditional platforms to accommodate global audiences.
What is confirmed
- World Cup matches are available on FOX, ESPN, and NBC.
- Digital streaming for the World Cup is provided via Peacock, Apple TV+, and ESPN+.
- The 2026 Little League Softball World Series opens Sunday, Aug. 2, with four games of bracket play.
Still unconfirmed
- Mexico U20 will play Guatemala U20 in Matchday 3 of the 2026 CONCACAF U-20 Championship group stage.
- Corinthians will face Athletico Paranaense in a Serie A game.
- Chelsea will play Tottenham Hotspur.
- USA Softball Elite will face Chinese Taipei in the International Cup.
What to watch next
- Official broadcast start times for the Little League Softball World Series on Aug. 2.
- Confirmed match schedules for the CONCACAF U-20 Championship.
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World Cup schedule today: How to watch, TV channels & live stream
The World Cup is available via cable and streaming platforms. Viewers can access matches through networks like FOX, ESPN, and NBC. Digital options include Peacock, Apple TV+, and ESPN+. The 2026 MLS All-Star Game also takes place tonight.
What's confirmed:
- The World Cup is available via cable and streaming platforms.
- Viewers can access matches through networks like FOX, ESPN, and NBC.
- Digital options include Peacock, Apple TV+, and ESPN+
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World Cup Viewing Guide: TV and Streaming Options
The World Cup is available via cable and streaming platforms. Viewers can access matches through networks like FOX, ESPN, and NBC. Digital options include Peacock, Apple TV+, and ESPN+.
What's confirmed:
- World Cup games are available on FOX, ESPN, and NBC.
- Streaming services for the tournament include ESPN+, Peacock, and Apple TV+.
Still unconfirmed:
- France, Norway and Mexico are featured in a 3-match day on Tuesday.
- Games stream on FOX One.
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2026 FIFA World Cup Group Stage Finales
The World Cup group stage concludes today with six matchups. Key games include France against Norway, Spain against Uruguay, and Egypt against Iran. Viewers can watch the action on FOX and FS1.
What's confirmed:
- The 2026 World Cup consists of 104 games.
- Norway, France, Spain, and Uruguay compete today to finish group stage play.
- FOX and FS1 provide TV coverage for today's matches.
Still unconfirmed:
- Egypt faces Iran in today's slate of six matches.
- Spain faces Uruguay today.
- France takes on Norway today.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule for Tuesday June 23
The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues today with a full schedule of matches. Viewers in the USA can access games via FOX, Telemundo, and various streaming options.
What's confirmed:
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup is hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
- Matches are available via TV channels and live streaming options.
Still unconfirmed:
- England faces Ghana on Tuesday June 23.
- Argentina, France, and Norway were in action on Monday.
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World Cup Day 9 Schedule: USMNT, Brazil, and Paraguay in Action
The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues with four matches on Day 9. The USMNT plays Australia, while Brazil faces Haiti. Paraguay and Türkiye also compete in a Group D match.
What's confirmed:
- The USMNT faces Australia on Day 9 of the 2026 World Cup.
- Brazil meets Haiti on Day 9 of the 2026 World Cup.
- Matches are available to watch on FOX and FS1.
- Day 9 of the tournament features four matches.
Still unconfirmed:
- Paraguay faces Türkiye in a Group D match at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.
- The tournament is available on Telemundo and Peacock.
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World Cup 2026 Schedule and Broadcast Details
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is being hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the USA. The tournament features 48 teams playing 104 matches from June 11 to July 19, 2026. France faces Senegal today, with Norway and Iraq scheduled to play next.
What's confirmed:
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
- The tournament is hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
- A total of 104 matches are played over 39 days.
- The final will take place on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
- All 104 matches will air live on FOX and FS1.
- Every match streams live and on-demand via the FOX One and FOX Sports apps.
- The tournament features 48 teams.
Still unconfirmed:
- France vs. Senegal kicks off the day's action.
- Norway and Iraq are scheduled to play after France and Senegal.
- Argentina is playing today.
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