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What time is Egypt vs. Iran? Live stream, TV channel, kickoff schedule for World Cup 2026 match
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Egypt and Iran square off in a Group G clash that offers both sides a chance to do something they've never done before: advance past the World Cup group stage.
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Egypt enters having done things the hard way, grinding out a 1-1 draw with Belgium before breaking loose for a 3-1 victory over New Zealand .
Mohamed Salah opened his tournament account against the All-Whites and anchors a team bolstered by Omar Marmoush , Trézéguet , Mostafa Mohamed and Emam Ashour . It's Egypt's fourth World Cup appearance overall, though the Pharaohs have yet to advance past the group stage in any of them.
Iran has played and drawn twice in this tournament: A 2-2 result against New Zealand and a 0-0 shutout against Belgium. The Iranians need something from this match with Egypt to keep their tournament alive.
Sardar Azmoun and Mehdi Taremi carry the attacking burden for a side that has made seven World Cup appearances, four of them consecutive, without ever reaching the next round.
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Here's everything you need to know to watch the Egypt vs. Iran World Cup match, including where to watch on TV or live stream, what time the game starts and more.
What time doesEgypt vs. Iran kick off?
Egypt vs. Iran kicks off Friday, June 26, at 11 p.m. ET at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington.
Here's how that time translates across the United States timezones:
| Date |
Kickoff time |
|
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time |
Friday, June 26 |
11 p.m. |
| Central Time |
Friday, June 26 |
10 p.m. |
| Mountain Time |
Friday, June 26 |
9 p.m. |
| Pacific Time |
Friday, June 26 |
8 p.m. |
Egypt vs. Iran live stream, TV channel
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TV channel:FS1
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Live stream: fubo , Fox One, Fox Sports app/website
Egypt vs. Iran will be broadcast on FS1 in the United States with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.
The best place to catch the match is on streaming service fubo, with new customers able to sign up for a FREE trial .
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World Cup schedule today and tomorrow
All times Eastern.
Friday, June 26
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Senegal vs. Iraq (3 p.m.)
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Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia (8 p.m.)
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New Zealand vs. Belgium (11 p.m.)
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Egypt vs. Iran (11 p.m.)
Saturday, June 27
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DR Congo vs. Uzbekistan (7:30 p.m.)
MORE: Complete World Cup schedule and fixtures
2026 FIFA World Cup FAQs
When is the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 through July 19, 2026. It will be the first World Cup hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada and Mexico .
Where is the 2026 FIFA World Cup being played?
The 2026 World Cup will be played across 16 host cities in North America, with matches taking place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. It will be the first men's World Cup hosted by three countries.
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The 16 host cities are Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle in the United States; Toronto and Vancouver in Canada; and Guadalajara, Mexico City and Monterrey in Mexico.
How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, expanding from the 32-team format used in previous tournaments. The larger field also means more matches, more knockout-round games and more countries involved than ever before.
The 48 teams are Algeria, Argentina, Australia , Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil , Cape Verde, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Curaçao , Czechia, DR Congo, Ecuador , Egypt, England, France, Germany , Ghana, Haiti , Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast , Japan , Jordan, Mexico, Morocco , Netherlands , New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay , Portugal, Qatar , Saudi Arabia, Scotland , Senegal, South Africa , South Korea , Spain, Sweden , Switzerland , Tunisia , Türkiye, United States, Uruguay and Uzbekistan.
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How many games are in the 2026 World Cup?
There will be 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That includes the group stage, knockout rounds and the final.
Can I stream the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. Streaming options will depend on the match, language and broadcast partner. In the U.S., Fox Sports lists FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for English-language coverage, while Telemundo will stream every match live on Peacock and the Telemundo App for Spanish-language coverage.
What channel is the 2026 World Cup on?
In the U.S., English-language matches are expected across FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for those without cable, while Spanish-language coverage will air on Telemundo and Universo, which you can stream on DIRECTV and Peacock . Check the schedule for the specific match you want to watch.
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When is the 2026 World Cup final?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026. The match will be played at New York-New Jersey Stadium , FIFA's tournament name for MetLife Stadium.
What time do World Cup games start?
Kickoff times vary by date, host city and round. Because the tournament is being played across multiple time zones in the United States, Canada and Mexico, fans should check the official match schedule for start times in their local time zone.
Is the United States playing in the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. The United States automatically qualified for the 2026 World Cup as one of the three host nations, along with Canada and Mexico.
