World Cup 2026 final action concludes the tournament with two decisive games on July 18 and July 19. Spain faces Argentina for the trophy, while France meets England for third place, as the Baltimore Chronicle editorial team notes.
When is the World Cup 2026 bronze match?
The World Cup 2026 third-place match takes place on Saturday, July 18. France and England will play at Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Kickoff is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. ET and 2:00 p.m. PT. Viewers in the Central time zone can watch at 4:00 p.m. CT. The Mountain time kickoff is 3:00 p.m. MT.
When is the World Cup 2026 final?
The World Cup 2026 final will be played on Sunday, July 19. Spain and Argentina meet at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford.
The match starts at 3:00 p.m. ET and 12:00 p.m. PT. Central time viewers should tune in at 2:00 p.m. CT. The kickoff is 1:00 p.m. MT.
| Match | Date | Kickoff ET | Kickoff PT | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| France vs. England | July 18 | 5:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | Miami Stadium |
| Spain vs. Argentina | July 19 | 3:00 p.m. | 12:00 p.m. | New York New Jersey Stadium |
Both games will be shown live across the United States. Pregame coverage may begin several hours before kickoff.
Where to watch the World Cup final online in the USA
English-language coverage is available on FOX. Online viewers can use FOX One or the FOX Sports World Cup hub.
Spanish-language coverage is available through Telemundo and Peacock. Peacock carries every tournament match live in Spanish for eligible subscribers.
US viewers can choose from these official options:
- FOX for live English-language television coverage.
- FOX One for English-language online streaming.
- FOX Sports for streaming with supported access.
- Telemundo for Spanish-language television coverage.
- Peacock for Spanish-language online streaming.
Streaming access may require a subscription or television-provider login. Viewers should open the selected platform before kickoff to confirm account access.
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