The 2026 FIFA World Cup is in full swing, with June 21 marking one of the busiest days of the tournament so far. Four group-stage matches are scheduled to take place, featuring some of the biggest names in international soccer.
What to Watch Today
Today's action kicks off at 12 p.m. ET with Spain vs. Saudi Arabia at the Atlanta Stadium. This match is a crucial one for Spain, who failed to beat Cape Verde in their opening game. The Euro 2024 winners will be looking to make a statement against Saudi Arabia, who pulled off a surprise draw with Uruguay in their first match.
Next up is Belgium vs. Iran at 3 p.m. ET at the Los Angeles Stadium. Both teams are tied on a single point in their group, making this match a vital one in the quest for qualification.
Uruguay vs. Cape Verde follows at 6 p.m. ET at the Miami Stadium. Cape Verde shocked the world by drawing with Spain in their opening game, and they'll be looking to cause another upset against Uruguay.
Finally, New Zealand vs. Egypt rounds out the day's action at 9 p.m. ET at BC Place Vancouver. Both teams drew their opening games, and this match promises to be a close contest between two talented sides.
Livestream Info
All four matches are available to livestream online for free. Here are the details:
- Spain vs. Saudi Arabia: Live on BBC iPlayer (geo-restricted to the UK, but accessible with a VPN)
- Belgium vs. Iran: Live on ITVX (geo-restricted to the UK, but accessible with a VPN)
- Uruguay vs. Cape Verde: Live on BBC iPlayer (geo-restricted to the UK, but accessible with a VPN)
- New Zealand vs. Egypt: Live on ITVX (geo-restricted to the UK, but accessible with a VPN)
Key Facts
- Who: Spain, Uruguay, Belgium, Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde, Iran, New Zealand, and Egypt
- What: 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage matches
- When: June 21
- Where: Various stadiums in the United States and Canada
- Impact: Crucial matches in the quest for qualification to the knockout stages
What to Expect
Today's matches promise to be some of the most exciting of the tournament so far. With Spain, Uruguay, and Belgium all in action, there's plenty to look forward to. Cape Verde will be looking to cause another upset, while Saudi Arabia will be hoping to build on their surprise draw with Uruguay.
What Comes Next
The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues on June 22 with another packed schedule of matches. Stay tuned for more updates and livestream info.