World Cup 2026 TV schedule: How to watch every game on BBC and ITV in the UK

The biggest World Cup ever has arrived, with 104 games set to take place over the next five weeks , as the US, Canada and Mexico host football ’s most-prestigious competition.

Fans in the UK will naturally be keen to follow England and Scotland’s progress at the tournament, but every single game in the competition will be available to watch on free-to-air TV for UK viewers – meaning you can watch more than just the Three Lions’ and Tartan Army’s endeavours.

Of course, you do have to factor in the time difference, with the kinder kick-off times including slots at 6pm BST and 8pm BST, while there are games throughout the night for UK viewers.

Here’s how you can watch every game at the 2026 World Cup on the BBC and ITV – and STV in Scotland.

Germany vs Curacao (Group E) – 6pm BST –  ITV 1, ITV X, STV, STV Player

Netherlands vs Japan (Group F) – 9pm BST – ITV 1, ITV X, STV, STV Player

Ivory Coast vs Ecuador (Group E) – 12am BST – BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website

Sweden vs Tunisia (Group F) – 3am BST – ITV 1, ITV X, STV, STV Player