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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup prepares to kick off in North America, football fever is rife. Mexico and South Africa will face off in the first match at Estadio Azteca on Friday, June 11. Over the next couple of days, 48 teams will compete for glory as they play in the expanded format.
England begins Group L play shortly thereafter. Harry Kane’s team begins their campaign against Croatia at 9pm UK on Wednesday 17 June from Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas. The next match will be between England and Ghana on Tuesday, 23 June at 9pm UK Time, from Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts. The final group match will be played between Panama and England at MetLife Stadium on Saturday 27th June, starting at 10pm UK.
Watch World Cup matches on European TV
The BBC and ITV share their coverage for free in Britain. Both networks broadcast all 104 fixtures in full live, on BBC One and ITV1, as well as associated channels. They also stream the matches via BBC iPlayer or ITVX. ITV1 will screen the Croatia, Panama and Ghana matches while BBC One will handle the Ghana match. The final will be covered by simultaneous broadcast arrangements on July 19. This allows viewers to select their preferred commentary at no extra cost.
Spain offers residents and tourists alike similar routes to take early summer holidays. RTVE, the public broadcaster, will show around 33 key matches free of charge. This includes all Spain National Team fixtures as well as selected knockouts. DAZN offers full access to the tournament via subscription on its dedicated channel, allowing for live and on demand viewing of all matches.
Careful! Scammers already have football fans in their traps
Attention! Cybercriminals are utilizing new fraud techniques to take advantage of eager viewers. Authorities in Catalonia We have identified phishing emails that impersonate King IPTV. This platform is linked to the unauthorised streaming films, sports, and series. Messages offer discounted subscriptions with full World Cup and other events access. Links in the messages redirect recipients to fake services that look like real ones, where they enter personal and financial details. Criminals are trying to collect data or charge for services they never provide.
Spanish police warn users against uninvited offers sent via email or text message. Users are warned to avoid clicking on links and only buy subscriptions through official broadcasters. Verification of the website addresses is required before any information can be entered. This prevents data fraud during this intense period of demand for sporting content.
If you are planning your viewing schedule, it is a good idea to check the broadcaster’s apps for transmission details closer to June. You can enjoy high-quality broadcasts on legitimate platforms without the risks of pirate services. The preparation now will allow fans to enjoy every moment, from the start of the group stage until the final on the 19th July in safety.
