Kickoff Times Around the World
England’s FIFA World Cup clash with Panama on Saturday evening UTC translates to a wide range of local times depending on where you’re watching. Use the table below to find your local kickoff.
| City | Time | Timezone | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTC | 21:00 | UTC | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| London | 22:00 | BST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Paris | 23:00 | CEST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Madrid | 23:00 | CEST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Budapest | 23:00 | CEST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Bucharest | 00:00 | EEST | Sunday 28 June 2026 |
| New York | 5:00 PM | EDT | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Los Angeles | 2:00 PM | PDT | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Mumbai | 02:30 | IST | Sunday 28 June 2026 |
| Sydney | 07:00 | AEST | Sunday 28 June 2026 |
Where to Watch
United Kingdom
This is one of the most straightforward World Cup fixtures from a UK broadcast perspective. Both BBC and ITV hold rights to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United Kingdom, meaning the game will be available on free-to-air television. Viewers can tune in via BBC One or ITV — check respective schedules closer to the date to confirm which broadcaster has the specific rights to this fixture. Both networks also offer online streaming through BBC iPlayer and ITVX for those watching on connected devices.
United States
Stateside, FOX carries the English-language FIFA World Cup broadcast rights, while Telemundo covers the tournament in Spanish. FOX’s coverage will be the destination for the majority of English-speaking American viewers, while Telemundo and its streaming arm will serve Spanish-speaking audiences. For a 5:00 PM EDT Saturday kickoff, this is a prime-time weekend slot — the kind of scheduling that tends to draw strong viewership in the US market.
Canada
TSN and CTV are the confirmed broadcasters for this match in Canada. CTV, as a conventional over-the-air network, offers free-to-air access for Canadian viewers, while TSN provides coverage for subscribers. Canadian fans on the West Coast will be sitting down at 2:00 PM PDT, making it one of the more convenient World Cup scheduling windows for that time zone.
Streaming Without a Subscription
In the UK, both BBC iPlayer and ITVX offer free streaming of matches broadcast on their respective channels — no paid subscription is required, though a valid UK TV licence applies to BBC iPlayer usage. In the US, the FOX Sports app and Telemundo’s streaming platform allow live streaming, though authentication through a pay-TV provider may be required depending on the package. Canadian viewers can access CTV’s stream without a subscription via the CTV website or app.
VPN note: If you are travelling abroad during the tournament, a VPN can allow you to connect to a server in your home country and access the broadcaster you normally use. This is a factual observation about how VPNs function — it is not an endorsement of any specific service, and users should review their VPN provider’s terms and the broadcaster’s terms of service before use. Rights are geo-restricted by territory, and broadcasters actively enforce those restrictions.
There is no confirmed free global stream from FIFA for live match coverage. Check the official FIFA website for any updates regarding free-to-air or streaming access in territories not listed above.
Our Match Preview
For a full tactical breakdown, team news, and a match prediction for Panama vs England, read our dedicated preview. We cover the key matchups, likely formations, and what both sides need from this fixture at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Read the full Panama vs England preview and prediction here.
FAQ
- What time is Panama vs England in my city?
- Panama vs England kicks off at 21:00 UTC on Saturday 27 June 2026. That's 22:00 BST in London, 23:00 CEST in Paris, Madrid, and Budapest, 00:00 EEST in Bucharest (Sunday 28 June), 5:00 PM EDT in New York, 2:00 PM PDT in Los Angeles, 02:30 IST in Mumbai (Sunday 28 June), and 07:00 AEST in Sydney (Sunday 28 June).
- Is Panama vs England on free TV?
- Yes, in the UK the match is available on free-to-air television via BBC or ITV. In Canada, CTV provides free-to-air coverage. In the US, FOX holds English-language rights — free-to-air availability depends on your local affiliate and cable or antenna setup.
- Where can I stream Panama vs England online?
- UK viewers can stream for free on BBC iPlayer or ITVX, depending on which channel holds rights to this specific fixture. In the US, the FOX Sports app and Telemundo's streaming service carry the match. Canadian viewers can stream via the CTV website or app at no cost. Authentication requirements may vary by platform and provider.
- Can I watch Panama vs England without a cable subscription?
- In the UK, yes — BBC iPlayer and ITVX are both free to use online (a TV licence is required for BBC iPlayer). In Canada, CTV's digital stream is free without a subscription. In the US, free access via FOX may depend on whether your local over-the-air affiliate is broadcasting the match, or whether you authenticate through a pay-TV provider.
- Which channel is Panama vs England on in the US?
- In the United States, Panama vs England is broadcast in English on FOX, which holds the English-language FIFA World Cup broadcast rights. Spanish-language coverage is on Telemundo. The match kicks off at 5:00 PM EDT / 2:00 PM PDT on Saturday 27 June 2026.