World Cup schedule today: How to watch Netherlands v Sweden, TV channels & live stream Saturday 20 June
Group F is shaping up to be one of the most competitive at the 2026 World Cup with Japan, the Netherlands and Sweden all talented enough to make a deep run. Japan and the Netherlands started their World Cup campaigns by sharing the spoils, but both teams could do with a win in their second game to be sure of their place in the last 32. Sweden, meanwhile, made a statement by putting five goals…
Group F is shaping up to be one of the most competitive at the 2026 World Cup with Japan, the Netherlands and Sweden all talented enough to make a deep run. The second round of group games could reveal whether or not that is realistic. The stakes are high.
Japan and the Netherlands started their World Cup campaigns by sharing the spoils, but both teams could do with a win in their second game to be sure of their place in the last 32. They may have to demonstrate more ambition than they did in their opener.
Sweden, meanwhile, made a statement by putting five goals past Tunisia. Viktor Gyökeres and Alexander Isak both found the back of the net in a display that made others sit up and take note. Graham Potter’s team are worth watching.
Here is your complete guide on how to watch today’s World Cup games, including kick-off times, broadcast networks and online streaming options.
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The Netherlands v Sweden
Time (ET): 1pm
Stadium: Houston Stadium
How to watch
United States: Fox / Telemundo (Stream on Fubo)
Canada: TSN (Stream)
United Kingdom: BBC One (Stream)
Australia: SBS (Stream)
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What to watch for
Ronald Koeman has faced some criticism for the changes he made when the Netherlands were leading against Japan, and many are expecting a more assertive approach against Sweden. Koeman, however, may lack the creative personnel for the Dutch to truly impose their own game.
Sweden, on the other hand, demonstrated their attacking threat in a 5-1 win over Tunisia that hinted at a growing understanding between Gyökeres and Isak. If Potter can balance the forward line with the rest of his team, Sweden could be dark horses to make a run.
Player to watch: Alexander Isak, Sweden – after he missed so much of his first season at Liverpool with injuries, it was refreshing to see Isak at something close to his best against Tunisia. His direct threat could trouble club teammate Virgil van Dijk.
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Germany v Côte d’Ivoire
Time (ET): 4pm
Stadium: Toronto Stadium
How to watch
United States: Fox / Telemundo (Stream on Fubo)
Canada: TSN (Stream)
United Kingdom: ITV1 (Stream)
Australia: SBS (Stream)
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What to watch for
While Germany put seven goals past Curaçao in their World Cup opener, the standard of the opposition means the true gauge of Julian Nagelsmann’s team is still to be taken. The four-time winners have failed to reach the knockout stage of the last two World Cups, but they are well-placed to end that streak.
In overcoming one of Conmebol’s strictest defenses in their opening match against Ecuador, Côte d’Ivoire made a statement of intent even if they needed a late winner. The Elephants have a variety of taking options that could take them far.
Player to watch: Yan Diomande, Côte d’Ivoire – the in-demand RB Leipzig winger was relentless against Ecuador, showing why Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly interested in his services.
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Ecuador v Curaçao
Time (ET): 8pm
Stadium: Kansas City Stadium
How to watch
United States: FS1 / Telemundo (Stream on Fubo)
Canada: TSN (Stream)
United Kingdom: BBC One (Stream)
Australia: SBS (Stream)
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What to watch for
While Ecuador underwhelmed in their opener against Côte d’Ivoire, the team who finished an impressive second in Conmebol qualifying could still make an impact at this tournament. They must, however, show more attacking intent.
Livano Comenencia’s equalizer for Curaçao against Germany was one of the moments of the World Cup so far. While his team ultimately suffered a heavy defeat, their ambition to venture forward when possible should be a warning sign to Ecuador.
Player to watch: Moisés Caicedo, Ecuador – the Chelsea midfielder is Ecuador’s valve in the center of the pitch, giving them the ability to hit out on the break. Caicedo will also have to be at his creative best against Curaçao’s low block.
What to read
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Tunisia v Japan
Time (ET): 12am
Stadium: Monterrey Stadium
How to watch
United States: FS1 / Telemundo (Stream on Fubo)
Canada: TSN (Stream)
United Kingdom: BBC One (Stream)
Australia: SBS (Stream)
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What to watch for
Tunisia shot themselves in the foot more than once as they opened their World Cup campaign with a 5-1 loss to Sweden – a result so poor they sacked their head coach and appointed Hervé Renard until the end of the tournament. If they can cut out the mistakes, though, they could still salvage their World Cup.
Japan could be one of the most adaptable teams at this tournament if their opener against the Netherlands is anything to go by. Hajime Moriyasu knows how to set up his side to sit deep, but also to control games higher up the field.
Player to watch: Takefusa Kubo, Japan – while the Real Sociedad playmaker wasn’t at his best against the Netherlands, his ability as a creator could be key to breaking down Tunisia.
What to read
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