FIFA World Cup schedule July 1: Games, kickoff times, livestream

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The 2026 World Cup knockout stage continues following a big day that saw France, Mexico, and Norway all advance from the Round of 16.

Today, July 1, USA and England are among the teams looking to progress. And if the knockout games so far are anything to go by, expect goals and drama. It all kicks off at 12 p.m. ET, with three games played across the afternoon and evening.

FIFA World Cup schedule today: July 1

How to watch FIFA World Cup games today

Watch England vs. DR Congo

England want to prove they’re a top contender to win the tournament but they’ve struggled to find a way through the robust defenses of smaller teams. Will that happen again against DR Congo? Or can England put on another blockbuster display like their opening win over Croatia?

Live coverage will be on Fox and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.

Watch Belgium vs. Senegal

Belgium hammered New Zealand 5-1 in their last group game — an emphatic victory after two frustrating draws. Senegal will prove tough competition in this knockout match, having also scored five goals in their final group game. This could be an exciting contest.

Live coverage will be on FS1 and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.

Watch USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina

USA are looking to get back on track after a loss in their last group game. USA looked very good up to that point, but don’t count out Bosnia and Herzegovina — they’re the kind of team that can unexpectedly sting a bigger opponent.

Live coverage will be on Fox and Fox One. Peacock will carry the live Spanish-language coverage.

More live streaming options

Live TV cable replacement

Not interested in signing up for a standalone streaming service like Fox One or Peacock? You can sign up for a live TV cable replacement service, like YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV.

These services carry over 100 live channels, but run off a WiFi connection. You’ll get live access to Fox and FS1, plus a whole lot more. Here are some options to consider:

Watch the World Cup for free with a VPN

It’s possible to watch the World Cup for free on international services like ITVX, BBC iPlayer, NOS, or RTÉ. Our global World Cup watch guide can walk you through the process.

You will need a VPN to live stream the World Cup on these free streaming services. We recommend ExpressVPN — a Mashable-tested service and an Official Tournament Supporter of the FIFA World Cup in the U.S., Canada, and Europe — as our VPN of choice for sport. It offers servers in 105 countries, a user-friendly app available on all major devices, a speedy connection, and up to 10 simultaneous connections.