Kickoff Times Around the World
| City | Time | Timezone | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTC | 03:00 | UTC | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| London | 04:00 | BST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Paris | 05:00 | CEST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Madrid | 05:00 | CEST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Budapest | 05:00 | CEST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Bucharest | 06:00 | EEST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| New York | 11:00 PM | EDT | Friday 26 June 2026 |
| Los Angeles | 8:00 PM | PDT | Friday 26 June 2026 |
| Mumbai | 08:30 | IST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Sydney | 13:00 | AEST | Saturday 27 June 2026 |
Where to Watch
Broadcast rights for New Zealand vs Belgium at the 2026 FIFA World Cup are held by the following confirmed broadcasters in their respective markets.
United Kingdom: The BBC and ITV share FIFA World Cup coverage for UK viewers, meaning this match could fall on either channel — or its associated streaming platform. Both broadcasters offer free-to-air coverage, so no pay-TV subscription is required. Check BBC One, BBC Two, or ITV1 closer to the date for confirmed scheduling, and use the BBC iPlayer or ITVX apps to stream at 04:00 BST on Saturday 27 June 2026.
United States: FOX and Telemundo hold the English-language and Spanish-language broadcast rights respectively for the 2026 World Cup in the US. FOX’s coverage will serve English-speaking audiences, while Telemundo caters to Spanish-speaking viewers. The late-night Friday kickoff — 11:00 PM EDT, Friday 26 June 2026 — means East Coast viewers will be settling in for a late one, while West Coast fans can catch the 8:00 PM PDT start on Friday evening in a more sociable slot. Check FOX and Telemundo listings to confirm the specific channel assignment.
Canada: TSN and CTV carry FIFA World Cup rights in Canada. CTV is a free, over-the-air broadcast network, while TSN is available through cable and satellite packages. Canadian viewers in the Eastern timezone should note the 11:00 PM EDT Friday kickoff. Check TSN and CTV schedules for confirmed coverage details as the match approaches.
Streaming Without a Subscription
In the UK, both BBC iPlayer and ITVX are free to access without a subscription, though a valid TV licence is required to use BBC iPlayer. In the US, FOX’s official streaming platform carries live World Cup matches for authenticated cable subscribers; Telemundo’s coverage is accessible via Peacock for Spanish-language viewers with a subscription. In Canada, TSN’s streaming service requires a cable authentication, while CTV’s content may be available online through CTV.ca.
VPN note: If you are travelling abroad during the tournament and find that your usual domestic streaming service is geo-blocked, a VPN may allow you to access content from your home country. This guide does not endorse any specific VPN provider, and using one to circumvent regional licensing restrictions may violate a platform’s terms of service. Verify the rules before doing so.
The FIFA official website and FIFA+ platform may offer highlights and supplementary content, though live match streaming rights sit exclusively with the broadcasters listed above in their respective territories.
Our Match Preview
For a full tactical breakdown of this Group Stage fixture, including form analysis and what both sides need from the result, read our dedicated match preview: New Zealand vs Belgium – FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview & Prediction
New Zealand’s All Whites enter the World Cup as one of the competition’s lower-ranked qualifiers, while Belgium — historically one of Europe’s most talented squads — will carry the weight of expectation heading into what could be a pivotal group fixture. This match has the potential to define both sides’ tournament trajectories at an early stage. Whether you’re in Sydney catching the 13:00 AEST Saturday afternoon kick, or a US viewer staying up for the Friday night 11:00 PM EDT start, it shapes up as a match with genuine competitive stakes.
FAQ
- What time is New Zealand vs Belgium in my city?
- Kickoff is at 03:00 UTC on Saturday 27 June 2026. That converts to: 04:00 BST in London; 05:00 CEST in Paris, Madrid, and Budapest; 06:00 EEST in Bucharest; 11:00 PM EDT on Friday 26 June in New York; 8:00 PM PDT on Friday 26 June in Los Angeles; 08:30 IST in Mumbai; and 13:00 AEST in Sydney.
- Is New Zealand vs Belgium on free TV?
- Yes, in the UK the match is available free-to-air on either BBC or ITV — both broadcast without a pay-TV subscription, though BBC iPlayer requires a valid TV licence. In Canada, CTV is a free over-the-air broadcaster. In the US, FOX is available via standard cable packages, but free over-the-air access will depend on your location and local affiliates.
- Where can I stream New Zealand vs Belgium online?
- UK viewers can stream via BBC iPlayer or ITVX, both free to access. US viewers can stream through FOX's official platform (English) or Peacock (Telemundo's Spanish-language coverage, subscription required). Canadian viewers can access coverage via TSN's streaming platform or CTV.ca, subject to authentication requirements.
- Can I watch New Zealand vs Belgium without a cable subscription?
- In the UK, yes — BBC iPlayer and ITVX are both free streaming services that do not require a cable subscription (BBC iPlayer requires a TV licence). In Canada, CTV offers free broadcast coverage. In the US, free access is more limited; FOX's live streaming generally requires cable authentication, though some content may be accessible via the FOX Sports app depending on your package.
- Which channel is New Zealand vs Belgium on in the US?
- In the US, FIFA World Cup rights are held by FOX (English-language) and Telemundo (Spanish-language). Check closer to the date for the specific channel — FOX or FS1 — assigned to this particular fixture, as the two channels split coverage across the tournament schedule.