Coverage of the top-flight match at Etihad Stadium. Erling Haaland scored twice and Phil Foden claimed another in a 3-0 victory for the Citizens when these teams faced each other in the reverse fixture at Selhurst Park last December, but the match wasn't quite as one-sided as the scoreline suggests, with Yeremy Pino and Adam Wharton both hitting the woodwork for Palace
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13 May
Manchester City v Crystal Palace (Premier League)
15 May
Northampton v Bristol Bears (Rugby Union - Premiership Rugby Cup)
Coverage of the match from cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens. The reverse fixture back in November saw the visitors dominate the meeting and earn themselves a 46-12 victory at home. The Bears did all the damage in the first half as they scored five tries and went into the break 35-0 up as Sam Worsley kicked five conversions
15 May
Aston Villa v Liverpool (Premier League)
Coverage of this Premier League clash from Anfield. Liverpool host Aston Villa in a fixture that has regularly produced goals, including a dramatic 3-3 draw between the sides earlier in the season. The Reds have enjoyed a strong recent record at Anfield against Villa, winning six of the last seven league meetings on Merseyside, while Villa continue to push for European qualification after another impressive campaign under Unai Emery. With the season nearing its conclusion, both sides will be targeting a crucial three points in the race for their respective objectives.
16 May
Chelsea v Manchester City (FA Cup)
All the action from the 145th staging of the final, held at Wembley Stadium. Despite experiencing a tumultuous campaign which has seen manager Enzo Maresca and his successor Liam Rosenior both leave the club, Chelsea reached this showpiece match when they defeated Leeds United 1-0 in the last four. City are looking to win a domestic treble, having already won the League Cup, but they lost to Palace 1-0 in last term's final and briefly looked to be heading out of the competition in the semi-finals this time around, before late goals by Tijjani Reijnders and Jeremy Doku gave them a 2-1 win over Southampton.
16 May
Harlequins v Exeter Chiefs (Rugby Union - Premiership Rugby Cup)
Coverage of the match from Twickenham Stoop. These two sides last met in the reverse fixture back in October when the Chiefs came away with a 38-0 victory. Exeter were already 24-0 up at half-time before scoring another unanswered 14 points to claim the dominant victory.
16 May
Saracens v Gloucester (Rugby Union - Premiership Rugby Cup)
Coverage of the match from StoneX Stadium. The reverse fixture at the end of December saw Saracens come away from Gloucester with a hard-fought 30-21 win. The game was on a knife-edge at half-time with the score 17-14 to Saracens before two tries in the space of six minutes took the game away from Gloucester and earnt the hosts an important victory.
17 May
Manchester United v Nottingham Forest (Premier League)
Coverage of the top-flight match at Old Trafford, where the visitors will hope to emulate their impressive win of last season, which was their first at the 'Theatre of Dreams' since December 1994. Nikola Milenkovic, Morgan Gibbs-White, and Chris Wood all got their names on the scoresheet for Forest, while Rasmus Hojlund and Bruno Fernandes hit the target for the Red Devils.
17 May
Sale Sharks v Leicester Tigers (Rugby Union - Premiership Rugby Cup)
Coverage of the match from CorpAcq Stadium. These two sides last met in the reverse fixture back in October in a thrilling game that saw the Tigers win 36-35. Leicester were 22-7 up at half-time and on their way to victory before Sale fought back in the second half with four tries. Thankfully for Leicester they also went over twice in the second period to claim an important win
18 May
Arsenal v Burnley (Premier League)
Coverage of the Premier League match from Emirates Stadium, as the Gunners look for three more important points in their quest for a first top-flight title in 22 years. Arsenal completed a simple 2-0 victory at Turf Moor in the reverse fixture in November. First-half goals from Viktor Gyokeres and Declan Rice earnt Mikel Arteta's side all three points.
19 May
Bournemouth AFC v Manchester City (Premier League)
Coverage of the Premier League match from Vitality Stadium, as the visitors look for three vital points in their quest for another top-flight title. The reverse fixture back in November saw a brace from Erling Haaland and a goal from Nico O'Reilly give Pep Guardiola's side a 3-1 victory. This is Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola's final home game in charge of the club after three years in charge.
19 May
Chelsea v Tottenham Hotspur (Premier League)
Coverage of the top-flight match from Stamford Bridge, as the London rivals go head to head. The hosts have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning 10 of the last 12 meetings between the two clubs. The reverse fixture in November was also won by Chelsea thanks to a 34th-minute goal from Joao Pedro, as they completed their fifth successive win against Spurs.
11 Jun
Mexico v South Africa (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from Mexico City Stadium in Mexico. Co-hosts Mexico will raise the curtain on the biggest-ever World Cup when the first match of the 104-game extravaganza kicks off with their Group A meeting against South Africa. By a twist of fate, the clash is a reverse repeat of the opening game of the 2010 tournament, when Bafana Bafana were the host nation.
12 Jun
South Korea v Czech Republic (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from Guadalajara Stadium in Guadalajara. Korea Republic and Czechia will be out to begin their FIFA World Cup 2026™ campaigns in style when they clash on the opening day of the tournament. The Asian side are making their 11th straight appearance at the finals, while Czechia are back on the global stage after a 20-year absence. This will be the first meeting between the teams at the World Cup.
12 Jun
Canada v Bosnia & Herzegovina (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from Toronto Stadium in Toronto. The eyes of two nations will be on Toronto Stadium as co-hosts Canada get their FIFA World Cup 2026™ campaign under way with a first-ever World Cup meeting against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Following this fixture, Jesse Marsch's men head to Vancouver for their remaining group encounters with Qatar and Switzerland. European play-off qualifiers Bosnia, who ousted Italy on penalties to book their ticket to North America, will head to Los Angeles and then Seattle for their next games.
13 Jun
USA v Paraguay (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles. In one of the most eagerly-anticipated games in American soccer history, co-hosts USA will usher in the second World Cup on home soil with their Group D opener against Paraguay. The two sides are familiar foes, with Mauricio Pochettino's men securing a 2-1 victory in Chester, Pennsylvania, in November. Paraguay, who are making their first World Cup appearance since South Africa 2010, qualified for the global finals with a sixth-place finish in CONMEBOL qualifying, with some eye-catching victories on the way.
13 Jun
Qatar v Switzerland (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, San Francisco. Having handed over the hosting baton, Qatar secured passage to their second World Cup after an epic, 18-match, qualification phase in Asia. While Akram Afif and Co are chasing a first point at the tournament, Switzerland are looking to shake off a run of early knockout stage elimination. Lining up for a sixth consecutive edition, the Swiss have departed at the Round of 16 in four of those five outings. This will be the first World Cup meeting between the nations.
13 Jun
Brazil v Morocco (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from New York/New Jersey Stadium in New York. Five-time champions Brazil will take on African giants Morocco in one of the most tantalising group-stage match-ups at FIFA World Cup 2026™. Brazil, now under the tutelage of legendary coach Carlo Ancelotti, will be out to begin their title tilt in style. They will face the Atlas Lions, who embarked on a stunning run to fourth place at Qatar 2022.
14 Jun
Haiti v Scotland (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from Gillette Stadium in Boston. Both Haiti and Scotland will end their respective World Cup waits in this Group C clash. Les Grenadiers' most recent and only appearance at the finals came in 1974, where the islanders left West Germany without recording a point. Scotland, meanwhile, have had to wait 28 years to play at the tournament again, when a disappointing France 1998 campaign saw them exit at the group phase for an eighth successive finals. This is the first meeting between the two at senior level.
14 Jun
Australia v Turkey (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from BC Place Vancouver in Canada. Australia and Türkiye will meet at a FIFA World Cup™ for the first time in this Group D opener at BC Place Vancouver. The Socceroos are competing at the global finals for a sixth consecutive edition while Türkiye are making their third appearance and their first since they stormed all the way to the semi-finals at Korea/Japan 2002.
14 Jun
Germany v Curacao (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from Houston Stadium in Texas. History will be made in this Group E affair as Curaçao will play their first FIFA World Cup™ match when they take on four-time champions Germany. The Caribbean side, under the guidance of veteran head coach Dick Advocaat, delivered a Concacaf qualifying campaign for the ages by edging Jamaica in Group B to reach these global finals, while the Germans overcame a slow start in UEFA qualifying Group A to punch their North American ticket. Not only is it the first World Cup match-up between the two nations, but their first encounter ever.
14 Jun
Netherlands v Japan (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from Dallas Stadium in Texas. Two heavyweight teams from across the globe will go head-to-head when the Netherlands and Japan meet in their opening Group F fixture. The Samurai Blue – competing in their eighth successive FIFA World Cup™ – were the first nation outside of the three co-hosts to punch their ticket to the tournament, qualifying with three group games to spare in the third round of the AFC preliminaries. Three-times finalists the Oranje were unbeaten in their qualifying campaign, finishing top of UEFA Group G to reach their 12th finals.
15 Jun
Ivory Coast v Ecuador (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from Philadelphia stadium, Philadelphia. Côte d'Ivoire and Ecuador will face off for first time ever in this Group E showdown. La Tri were exceptional in South American qualifying, finishing second behind Argentina in the standings. Côte d'Ivoire, meanwhile, banked a direct ticket to the FIFA World Cup 2026 by edging out Gabon their qualification group.
15 Jun
Sweden v Tunisia (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from Monterrey Stadium in Monterrey. After sealing progress to the FIFA World Cup through the European play-offs, Sweden will kick off their campaign against Tunisia in Monterrey Stadium. The African nation will be determined to get off to a good start after failing to progress past the group stage at Qatar 2022. Meanwhile, this is Sweden's first World Cup opener since Russia 2018, which they began with a 1-0 triumph over Korea Republic.
15 Jun
Spain v Cape Verde (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match live on ITV from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Spain, former World Cup winners in 2010, begin their group campaign against a Cape Verde side making a rare appearance on the world stage. While Spain’s technical dominance and tournament pedigree make them strong favourites, Cape Verde will look to frustrate and compete in their biggest-ever World Cup fixture.
15 Jun
Belgium v Egypt (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash live on BBC from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Both sides begin their group-stage campaigns in what is shaping up to be a competitive Group G, alongside Mexico and Japan, where early points could prove crucial in the race for qualification to the knockout rounds. Belgium arrive with a strong recent World Cup pedigree, having reached the semi-finals in 2018 and consistently progressed beyond the group stage in recent tournaments, while Egypt look to build on their growing international profile led by Mohamed Salah, aiming to secure their first World Cup knockout appearance in modern history.
15 Jun
Saudi Arabia v Uruguay (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H clash live on BBC from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Saudi Arabia face a tough opening test against two-time World Cup winners Uruguay, who boast a proud tournament history and a reputation for producing disciplined, high-intensity performances on the global stage. Saudi Arabia famously stunned Argentina at the 2022 World Cup and will look to draw on similar spirit against one of the group favourites.
16 Jun
France v Senegal (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I clash live on BBC from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The sides famously met in the opening game of the 2002 World Cup, where Senegal stunned defending champions France with a shock 1-0 victory in one of the greatest upsets in tournament history. France, finalists at the last two World Cups, will be eager to avoid another surprise against a Senegal side that continues to establish itself among Africa’s strongest nations.
16 Jun
Iraq v Norway (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match live on ITV from Gillette Stadium in Boston. Iraq return to the World Cup looking to make an impact against a Norway side featuring one of Europe’s most dangerous attacking line-ups. Norway are aiming to reach the knockout stages of the competition for the first time since 1998, while Iraq hope to build on their growing reputation in Asian football.
17 Jun
Argentina v Algeria (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J clash live on BBC from MetLife Stadium in New York. Defending world champions Argentina begin their campaign against an Algeria side looking to recreate the spirit of their memorable 2014 World Cup run, where they reached the knockout stages and pushed Germany to extra time. Argentina, inspired by their triumph in Qatar in 2022, will be expected to start strongly as they target another deep tournament run.
17 Jun
Iran v New Zealand (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match live on ITV from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Iran bring a wealth of World Cup experience and a reputation for disciplined, hard-to-break-down performances, while New Zealand aim to build on their improving international standing after consistent qualification campaigns. With Group G expected to be tightly contested, both sides will view this as a key opportunity to pick up valuable points.
17 Jun
Portugal v DR Congo (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K clash live on BBC from MetLife Stadium in New York. Portugal begin their campaign against a DR Congo side making a long-awaited return to football’s biggest stage. The Portuguese, European champions in 2016 and regular contenders at major tournaments, will be expected to control possession, while DR Congo aim to use their athleticism and pace to trouble one of the group favourites.
17 Jun
England vs Croatia (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from AT&T Stadium in Dallas. England renew their rivalry with Croatia in a fixture that has produced several memorable encounters, including the 2018 World Cup semi-final where Croatia came from behind to win 2-1 after extra time. England, however, responded with a 1-0 victory at Euro 2020, and will be looking to start their campaign strongly against familiar opposition.
18 Jun
Ghana v Panama (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L clash live on BBC from NRG Stadium in Houston. Ghana and Panama meet in what could prove a pivotal fixture in the battle for qualification from Group L. Ghana bring greater World Cup pedigree, having famously reached the quarter-finals in 2010, while Panama continue to grow in international experience following their debut appearance at the 2018 tournament.
18 Jun
Uzbekistan v Colombia (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match live on ITV from Gillette Stadium in Boston. Uzbekistan make their first appearance at a FIFA World Cup and face a stern opening test against a Colombia side renowned for their attacking flair and technical quality. Colombia have reached the knockout stages in two of their last three World Cup appearances and will be aiming to make another strong start.
18 Jun
Czech Republic v South Africa (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta. Czechia and South Africa will contest a first-ever World Cup meeting in their second Group A fixture. Miroslav Koubek's side booked their place at the tournament via the UEFA play-offs, overcoming Republic of Ireland and Denmark thanks to thrilling penalty shootouts. Bafana Bafana, meanwhile, who have the honour of opening the tournament against co-hosts Mexico, finished top of Group C in the CAF qualifying competition.
18 Jun
Switzerland v Bosnia & Herzegovina (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles. Switzerland will take on Bosnia and Herzegovina in an intriguing all-European clash in Los Angeles. The Swiss have reached the knockout phase at the past three editions of FIFA World Cup™ and will be hungry to take another step towards progression this time around. Bosnia, meanwhile, are aiming to break new ground having been eliminated in the group phase in their only previous appearance at the global finals in 2014. This will be the first World Cup clash between the sides.
18 Jun
Canada v Qatar (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from BC Place Vancouver in Canada. The midway point of Group B action sees hosts Canada tussle with Qatar in what is the first World Cup meeting between the pair. Canada are appearing at the tournament for the third time while 2022 hosts Qatar are making a second outing at the global finals. Both are targeting progression from the group stage for the first time.
19 Jun
Mexico v South Korea (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from Guadalajara Stadium in Guadalajara. Mexico's path to the knockout round can get a big boost with a victory in front of the home fans in Guadalajara against a Korea Republic side who have become very familiar foes of El Tricolor in recent years. Since their classic meeting at Russia 2018, the two teams have faced off twice in friendlies, including a September 2025 fixture in which they played to a 2-2 draw. The stakes will be much higher in this one, as Mexico get ready to play a World Cup match in Guadalajara for the first time.
19 Jun
USA v Australia (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from Seattle stadium in Seattle. After playing their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Paraguay in Los Angeles, USA head north to Seattle to take on Australia to try to help secure their place in the knockout stages. The Socceroos, for their part, will be determined to put up a fight in their quest to reach the Round of 16 for a second successive tournament. The two sides met in a friendly in Commerce City, Colorado, in October 2025, with the Stars and Stripes emerging 2-1 victors thanks to a Haji Wright brace.
19 Jun
Scotland v Morocco (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from Gillette Stadium in Boston. After taking on Haiti and Brazil respectively, Scotland and Morocco will face off in this intriguing Group C encounter. The Scots made their World Cup return following 28 years away by bagging a sensational win over Denmark in the final day of UEFA qualifying. Things were far more straightforward for Morocco, as the 2022 semi-finalists won all eight of their African preliminaries to secure a straight World Cup berth.
20 Jun
Brazil v Haiti (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia. In a true David and Goliath battle, the most successful team in FIFA World Cup™ history will face a nation taking part in the tournament for just the second time. In what will be the first meeting between the sides at the global finals, Brazil will be hot favourites to bank maximum points. Can Haiti cause an upset which would send shockwaves through the competition?
20 Jun
Turkey v Paraguay (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in San Francisco. After sealing their World Cup qualification through the European play-offs, Türkiye continue their campaign against Paraguay at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. These two sides have met only once before, a goalless draw in Chile in June 1995.
20 Jun
Netherlands v Sweden (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F clash live on BBC from NRG Stadium in Houston. European sides Netherlands and Sweden continue their respective FIFA World Cup 2026™ campaigns with a showdown in the Lone Star State. The Dutch are fresh off their opening match against Japan, while the Swedes tangled with Tunisia before heading to Texas. The Netherlands overwhelmed opposition in qualifying to punch their ticket to the global finals, cruising to a first place finish in their group, while Sweden overcame a pair of play-off hurdles in the form of Ukraine and Poland to book their place.
20 Jun
Germany v Ivory Coast (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E clash live on ITV from BMO Stadium in Toronto. The second Group E fixture for Germany and Côte d'Ivoire sees the first FIFA World Cup™ meeting between the European and African nations. Four-time winners Germany were surprisingly eliminated at the group phase at both Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022 and will be determined to banish those demons under coach Julian Nagelsmann. Côte d'Ivoire, meanwhile, are appearing on the global stage for the first time since Brazil 2014 and will be looking to progress beyond the opening round at the fourth time of asking.
21 Jun
Ecuador v Curacao (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E clash live on BBC from Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. With their opening fixtures now done and dusted, Ecuador and Curaçao turn their attention to this pivotal Group E encounter at Kansas City Stadium. The South Americans are trying to return to the knockout stage of the global showpiece for the first time since 2006 and a victory in this affair would go a long way to helping their cause. Meanwhile, after tangling with heavyweights Germany in their opener, the Caribbean side will once again need to be at their best to try to take down one of the top teams in CONMEBOL.
21 Jun
Tunisia v Japan (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F clash live on BBC from Estadio BBVA in Monterrey. A clash for the record books as Tunisia take on Japan for the 1,000th match in the FIFA World Cup's long and storied history. After taking on the Netherlands at Dallas Stadium, the Samurai Blue travel to Monterrey to face Tunisia, who will play their second game in the Mexican city. A rematch of their group stage clash at Korea/Japan 2002, their most recent meeting took place in the 2023 Kirin Challenge Cup, which Japan also won 2–0.
21 Jun
Spain v Saudi Arabia (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H clash live on BBC from AT&T Stadium in Dallas. The sides last met at the 2022 World Cup, where Saudi Arabia produced one of the tournament’s biggest shocks with a 2-1 comeback victory over Spain in the group stage. Spain will be eager for revenge, while Saudi Arabia once again look to prove they can compete with elite opposition on the world stage.
21 Jun
Belgium v Iran (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash live on BBC from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Belgium face one of their toughest group tests against an Iran side known for frustrating higher-ranked opposition on the world stage. The Belgians will look to their attacking talent and tournament experience to break down a compact Iranian defence, with both sides aware that qualification could hinge on results against direct rivals.
21 Jun
Uruguay v Cape Verde (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match live on ITV from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Uruguay’s vast World Cup experience, including two historic triumphs, makes them strong contenders in Group H. Cape Verde face one of their toughest assignments of the group, but will aim to stay competitive against a side known for defensive solidity and tournament know-how.
22 Jun
New Zealand v Egypt (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash live on ITV from Gillette Stadium in Boston. Egypt will be strong favourites but cannot afford complacency against a New Zealand side known for resilience and organisation in tournament football. With Group G finely balanced, both teams will be targeting points that could prove crucial heading into the final group fixtures.
22 Jun
Argentina v Austria (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J clash live on BBC from AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Argentina and Austria meet in a fixture between two nations with long footballing traditions, although the South Americans arrive as clear favourites following their recent World Cup success. Austria, however, will hope to frustrate the holders and keep themselves firmly in the race for qualification from Group J.
22 Jun
France v Iraq (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I clash live on BBC from AT&T Stadium in Dallas. France will be strong favourites as they continue their pursuit of another World Cup title, having reached the final in both 2018 and 2022. Iraq, meanwhile, will look to frustrate one of the tournament favourites and produce what would rank among the biggest shocks in recent World Cup history.
23 Jun
Norway v Senegal (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match live on ITV from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Two sides with contrasting styles meet in what could prove a decisive fixture in the race for qualification from Group I. Norway will rely heavily on their attacking quality, while Senegal’s pace and physicality have made them one of the most consistent African nations at recent major tournaments.
23 Jun
Jordan v Algeria (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match live on ITV from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Algeria’s World Cup pedigree and recent international experience make them favourites, but Jordan will believe this fixture offers a realistic chance to challenge for valuable points. With qualification potentially on the line, both sides will know the importance of avoiding defeat.
23 Jun
Portugal v Uzbekistan (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K clash live on BBC from AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Portugal will look to continue their push for qualification against a Uzbekistan side still adapting to the demands of tournament football at the highest level. With Portugal boasting one of Europe’s strongest attacking squads, Uzbekistan will need a disciplined defensive performance to keep themselves in contention.
23 Jun
England v Ghana (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on ITV from Gillette Stadium in Boston. England face Ghana in what will be the first competitive meeting between the two nations at a World Cup, with the African side known for their physicality and pace on the counter-attack. Ghana have a strong tournament pedigree, reaching the quarter-finals in 2010, and will look to challenge England in what could prove a pivotal group-stage clash.
24 Jun
Panama v Croatia (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match live on ITV from Gillette Stadium in Boston. Croatia, finalists at the 2018 World Cup and semi-finalists in 2022, will look to continue their impressive tournament pedigree against a Panama side aiming to pull off a major upset. The Europeans’ experience on the biggest stage makes them favourites, though Panama will hope to frustrate and stay competitive deep into the contest.
24 Jun
Colombia vs DR Congo (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match live on ITV from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Colombia and DR Congo meet in what could prove a decisive fixture in the race for qualification from Group K. Colombia’s experience and attacking quality make them favourites, but DR Congo will hope to produce a disciplined display and claim what would be a significant World Cup result.
24 Jun
Bosnia-Herzegovina v Qatar (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B clash live on ITV from Lumen Field in Seattle. Bosnia and Herzegovina will take on Qatar in Seattle as Group B comes to a close. The nations, who have never played each other before at the FIFA World Cup™, are aiming to progress to the knockout phase at the global finals for the first time. If either of these sides top the group, they will take on a third-placed team from Group E, F, G, I or J in Vancouver in the Round of 32.
24 Jun
Switzerland v Canada (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B clash live on ITV from BC Place in Vancouver. Co-hosts Canada have yet to reach the knockout stages of a FIFA World Cup™ and they will aim to break their duck when they take on Switzerland in their final group-stage match, which is taking place at BC Place Vancouver. The Swiss will be tough opponents, however, having made the round of 16 in the three previous tournaments. Canada beat the Swiss 3-1 in St. Gallen in May 2002, in their only previous meeting.
24 Jun
Morocco v Haiti (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C clash live on BBC from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. An historic clash awaits in Atlanta, as Morocco and Haiti prepare to cross swords for the very first time. The match will bring their Group C campaigns to a close.
24 Jun
Scotland v Brazil (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. After clashes with Haiti and Morocco, Scotland and Brazil conclude their FIFA World Cup 2026™ Group C campaign by renewing one of the most regular meetings in the history of the tournament - their fifth at the global showpiece.
25 Jun
Czech Republic v Mexico (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A clash live on BBC from Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Czechia and Mexico go head-to-head in their final Group A fixture with progress to the knockout phase of the tournament on the line. The winners of Group A will face a third-place finisher from either Group C, E, F, H or I in Mexico City, while the runners-up will meet the Group B runners-up in Los Angeles. Should the third-placed team in the section qualify as one of the eight best, they will meet either the Group E or Group G winners in Boston or Seattle.
25 Jun
South Africa v South Korea (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A clash live on BBC from Estadio BBVA in Monterrey. South Africa and Korea Republic clash for the first time at FIFA World Cup™ level in this Group A closer in Monterrey. Bafana Bafana are back on the global stage for the first time since they co-hosted the 2010 edition, while Korea Republic are appearing at an 11th consecutive finals.
25 Jun
Curacao v Ivory Coast (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E clash live on BBC from The Linc Stadium in Philadelphia. The FIFA World Cup 2026™ has already been a historic one for Curaçao and the tournament first-timers will look to chart more new waters in their Group E finale against Côte d'Ivoire. The Caribbean island are coming off of encounters against Germany and Ecuador and now their first World Cup group stage concludes against a Côte d'Ivoire side in their fourth appearance in the global finals.
25 Jun
Ecuador v Germany (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E clash live on BBC from MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. A fascinating battle awaits as Ecuador and Germany go head-to-head in New York New Jersey. The match will bring the teams' Group E campaigns to a close.
26 Jun
Japan v Sweden (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F clash live on BBC from AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Japan and Sweden will aim to secure their places in the knockout stages when they meet in this crunch clash at Dallas Stadium. The Samurai Blue are looking to progress past the group phase for the third consecutive tournament, while Sweden moved out the opening round in the previous four tournaments they participated in, their last finals being Russia 2018.
26 Jun
Tunisia v Netherlands (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F clash live on BBC from Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Africa meets Europe in this Group F finale, as Tunisia take on the Netherlands for just the fourth time. This will be the first competitive meeting between the pair.
26 Jun
Turkey v USA (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D clash live on ITV from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. It was not an easy journey for Türkiye to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026™, having gone through the European play-offs, but it was certainly worth the wait and now they find themselves in a scintillating group stage finale against host nation USA at glittering Los Angeles Stadium. It will be the first World Cup meeting between the two nations.
26 Jun
Paraguay v Australia (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D clash live on ITV from Levi's Stadium in San Francisco Bay Area. Paraguay will face Australia for the first time at FIFA World Cup™ level as Group D comes to a close with this clash at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. Paraguay are competing at their first finals since 2010, while the Socceroos are featuring at a sixth straight edition.
26 Jun
Norway v France (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I clash live on BBC from MetLife Stadium in New York. Norway face their toughest group-stage assignment against a France side packed with world-class talent and major tournament experience. The French have consistently gone deep into recent World Cups, while Norway hope their exciting attacking players can help them challenge one of the favourites for the trophy.
26 Jun
Senegal v Iraq (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I clash live on BBC from NRG Stadium in Houston. Both nations could view this fixture as a crucial opportunity to secure points in a tightly balanced group. Senegal’s recent World Cup and Africa Cup of Nations experience makes them favourites, but Iraq will be determined to stay in contention for a potential place in the knockout rounds.
27 Jun
Cape Verde v Saudi Arabia (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H clash live on BBC from NRG Stadium in Houston. This fixture could be crucial in the battle for progression from Group H, with both sides eyeing their most realistic chance of securing points. Saudi Arabia bring recent World Cup pedigree, while Cape Verde continue their rise on the international stage in what is a historic appearance at the tournament.
27 Jun
Uruguay v Spain (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H clash live on BBC from MetLife Stadium in New York. The standout fixture of Group H sees two World Cup heavyweights collide, with Spain’s technical style meeting Uruguay’s renowned grit and defensive organisation. Previous meetings between European and South American giants at World Cups have often been tight and tactical, and this could prove decisive in shaping the group standings.
27 Jun
Egypt v Iran (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash live on BBC from NRG Stadium in Houston. A key fixture in Group G sees two experienced World Cup nations meet, with Egypt relying heavily on Mohamed Salah’s attacking threat, while Iran bring tactical discipline and a strong defensive structure. Previous meetings between African and Asian sides in World Cup group stages have often been closely contested, and another tight encounter is expected.
27 Jun
New Zealand v Belgium (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G clash live on BBC from AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Belgium round off their group stage against New Zealand, with the European side traditionally strong in World Cup group phases, having reached the knockout rounds in three of their last four tournaments. New Zealand, meanwhile, will be aiming to pull off a major upset against one of the group favourites in what could be a decisive final group fixture.
27 Jun
Panama v Enlgand (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match live on BBC from MetLife Stadium in New York. The sides last met at the 2018 World Cup, where England recorded a dominant 6-1 victory, with Harry Kane scoring a hat-trick in a one-sided encounter. Panama, featuring in just their second World Cup campaign, will be aiming for a far more competitive showing, while England look to maintain their strong record in group-stage matches.
27 Jun
Croatia v Ghana (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L clash live on BBC from AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Two nations with strong recent World Cup histories meet in what could be the decisive match in Group L. Croatia’s composed midfield play and knockout-stage experience will be tested by a Ghana side known for their athleticism and attacking pace, with both teams likely targeting a victory that could secure progression to the last 32.
28 Jun
Colombia v Portugal (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K clash live on BBC from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The standout fixture in Group K sees two technically gifted sides meet in a contest that could determine top spot in the group. Portugal’s recent major tournament consistency is matched by a Colombia side that has become one of South America’s most dangerous teams in recent years, promising an entertaining encounter between two attack-minded nations.
28 Jun
DR Congo v Uzbekistan (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K clash live on BBC from NRG Stadium in Houston. Both sides could view this as their best opportunity to secure points in Group K, with qualification hopes potentially hanging in the balance. Uzbekistan will look to continue impressing in their debut World Cup campaign, while DR Congo aim to use their physical presence and tournament hunger to gain a crucial result.
28 Jun
Jordan v Argentina (World Cup)
Coverage of this FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J clash live on BBC from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Jordan face the ultimate challenge against reigning world champions Argentina, who are aiming to continue their dominance on the global stage. For Jordan, this represents one of the biggest matches in the nation’s football history, while Argentina will look to secure the result needed to progress comfortably into the knockout rounds.