World Cup 2026 matches June 21st: kickoff times and how to watch
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Five FIFA World Cup 2026 matches take place on Saturday, June 21st, spanning group stage matchday 2 across Groups F, G, and H. Tunisia vs Japan kicks off the day at midnight ET in Monterrey, followed by Spain vs Saudi Arabia at noon ET in Atlanta. Belgium vs Iran starts at 3:00 PM ET in Los Angeles, Uruguay vs Cape Verde at 6:00 PM ET in Miami, and New Zealand vs Egypt closes the slate at 9:00 PM ET in Vancouver. Spanish fans can watch free on RTVE, Japanese supporters have NHK broadcasting free, while Belgian fans can tune into RTBF/VRT at no cost. Iranian viewers have IRIB free coverage, and New Zealand's match streams free on TVNZ.
Every match streams live and free in English on BBC iPlayer and ITVX in the UK and on SBS On Demand in Australia. These broadcasters geo-block streams outside their home country, so you need a VPN to watch from abroad. We recommend NordVPN for reliable unblocking, fast HD streaming, and broad device support across all three broadcasters.
Get NordVPNAll five matches are crucial matchday 2 encounters where teams look to solidify their positions or fight for survival in the group stage.
World Cup 2026 matches on June 21st: kickoff times
| Match | Stage | Venue | ET / PT | UK (BST) | Where to watch |
| Tunisia vs Japan | Group F MD2 | Monterrey | 12:00 AM ET / 9:00 PM PT | 5:00 AM | Fox Sports / Telemundo / BBC iPlayer |
| Spain vs Saudi Arabia | Group H MD2 | Atlanta | 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT | 5:00 PM | RTVE (Spain) / Fox Sports / Telemundo / BBC iPlayer |
| Belgium vs Iran | Group G MD2 | Los Angeles | 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT | 8:00 PM | RTBF/VRT (Belgium) / IRIB (Iran) / Fox Sports / Telemundo / ITVX |
| Uruguay vs Cape Verde | Group H MD2 | Miami | 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT | 11:00 PM | Canal 5 (Uruguay) / Fox Sports / Telemundo / ITVX |
| New Zealand vs Egypt | Group G MD2 | Vancouver | 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT | 2:00 AM (June 22) | TVNZ (New Zealand) / Fox Sports / Telemundo / ITVX |
Australian viewers: New Zealand vs Egypt starts at 11:00 AM AEST on June 22nd
How to use a VPN to watch the World Cup 2026 for free
RTVE streams Spain's match free in Spain, NHK carries Japan free in Japan, RTBF/VRT has Belgium free in Belgium, IRIB broadcasts Iran free, TVNZ streams New Zealand free, and Canal 5 carries Uruguay free in Uruguay. For English-language coverage of all five matches, BBC iPlayer / ITVX (UK) and SBS On Demand (Australia) stream all 104 World Cup matches free. All are geo-restricted to their home country, but a VPN unlocks them from anywhere – see our full FIFA World Cup 2026 free streaming guide for every country.
- Get NordVPN. We recommend NordVPN for World Cup 2026 streaming – it reliably unblocks BBC iPlayer, ITVX, and SBS On Demand with fast HD speeds. NordVPN is currently 75% for the tournament.
- Connect to a UK or Australian VPN server. Open NordVPN, select a server in the United Kingdom (for BBC iPlayer or ITVX) or Australia (for SBS On Demand), and connect.
- Open the broadcaster and start watching. Visit BBC iPlayer, ITVX, or SBS On Demand. All three stream every match live and free – create a free account if prompted (use any valid UK or Australian postcode during signup).
- Switch servers if needed. If the stream is blocked or buffering, disconnect and try a different UK or Australian city server.
Platforms like BBC iPlayer, ITVX, and SBS On Demand require you to create a free account. During registration, you will be asked for a local postal code. Simply Google and use any random, valid postal code from that specific country (e.g., a London postcode for the UK) to complete your registration.
June 21st World Cup match guide
Tunisia vs Japan
Tunisia and Japan meet in a crucial Group F matchday 2 clash where both teams look to secure their first points after opening draws. Tunisia held the Netherlands to a 1-1 stalemate in their opener, while Japan earned a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Sweden. Youssef Msakni leads Tunisia's attack, while Japan counters with Takefusa Kubo pulling the strings in midfield. Japanese fans can watch free on NHK, while Tunisian supporters have coverage on beIN Sports MENA.
Spain vs Saudi Arabia
Spain face Saudi Arabia in Atlanta with La Roja looking to build on their opening-day performance against Cape Verde. Spain started with a goalless draw, while Saudi Arabia shared points with Uruguay in a 1-1 thriller. Pedri orchestrates Spain's midfield, while Saudi Arabia rely on Salem Al-Dawsari to provide their attacking spark. Spanish fans can watch free on RTVE, while Saudi supporters tune in via beIN Sports MENA.
Belgium vs Iran
Belgium and Iran clash in Los Angeles after contrasting opening results in Group G. Belgium drew 1-1 with Egypt, while Iran earned a dramatic 2-2 draw against New Zealand. Kevin De Bruyne remains Belgium's creative force, while Iran look to Mehdi Taremi for goals. Belgian fans can watch free on RTBF (French) or VRT (Dutch), while Iranian supporters have free coverage on IRIB.
Uruguay vs Cape Verde
Uruguay take on World Cup debutants Cape Verde in Miami with both teams seeking their first win. Uruguay opened with a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia, while Cape Verde held Spain to a goalless draw in a remarkable defensive performance. Darwin Núñez leads Uruguay's attack, while Cape Verde's Ryan Mendes has been their standout performer. Uruguayan fans can watch for free on Canal 5, while Cape Verde supporters can tune in via beIN Sports MENA or local broadcaster RTC.
New Zealand vs Egypt
New Zealand and Egypt meet in Vancouver, with both teams desperate for points after opening draws. New Zealand drew 2-2 with Iran, while Egypt earned a 1:00 PM result against Belgium. Chris Wood leads New Zealand's attack, while Egypt relies on Mohamed Salah to deliver in crucial moments. New Zealand fans can watch for free on TVNZ, while Egyptian supporters have coverage via beIN Sports MENA and SuperSport.
FAQ
What World Cup matches are on today, June 21st?
Five matches take place on Saturday, June 21st: Tunisia vs Japan at 12:00 AM ET, Spain vs Saudi Arabia at 12:00 PM ET, Belgium vs Iran at 3:00 PM ET, Uruguay vs Cape Verde at 6:00 PM ET, and New Zealand vs Egypt at 9:00 PM ET.
Can I watch today's World Cup matches for free?
Yes. RTVE streams Spain vs Saudi Arabia free in Spain, NHK carries Tunisia vs Japan free in Japan, RTBF/VRT broadcasts Belgium vs Iran free in Belgium, IRIB streams Iran's match free, TVNZ carries New Zealand vs Egypt free in New Zealand, and Canal 5 broadcasts Uruguay vs Cape Verde free in Uruguay. For English-language coverage of all five matches, BBC iPlayer and ITVX in the UK and SBS On Demand in Australia stream all 104 World Cup matches free with a VPN.
What channel is Spain vs Saudi Arabia on?
In the United States, Spain vs Saudi Arabia streams on Fox Sports (English) and Telemundo (Spanish). In Spain, the match is free on RTVE. In the UK, it's on BBC iPlayer. In Australia, SBS On Demand carries it free. Saudi fans can watch on beIN Sports MENA.
How can I watch World Cup 2026 matches in Spanish in the US?
Telemundo broadcasts 92 of 104 World Cup matches free over-the-air in Spanish, including all five matches on June 21st. Universo carries 12 additional matches on cable. Peacock streams all 104 matches in Spanish for $10.99/month (Premium) or $16.99/month (Premium Plus).
