Kickoff Times Around the World
| City | Local Time | Timezone | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTC | 04:00 | UTC | Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
| London | 05:00 | BST | Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
| Paris | 06:00 | CEST | Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
| Madrid | 06:00 | CEST | Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
| Budapest | 06:00 | CEST | Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
| Bucharest | 07:00 | EEST | Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
| New York | 12:00 AM | EDT | Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
| Los Angeles | 9:00 PM | PDT | Tuesday 16 June 2026 |
| Mumbai | 09:30 | IST | Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
| Sydney | 14:00 | AEST | Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
United Kingdom
BBC and ITV share the FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast rights in the United Kingdom, and both are free-to-air — meaning no subscription is required to watch Austria take on Jordan. Depending on the broadcaster’s scheduling decisions closer to the tournament, the match will air on either BBC One or BBC Two, or alternatively on ITV1 or ITV2. Both broadcasters are obligated to show a minimum number of World Cup matches live and free, and a 5:00 AM BST kickoff on Wednesday 17 June 2026 falls squarely within overnight programming windows that the BBC and ITV have historically covered.
For streaming, BBC iPlayer carries all BBC broadcasts live and on-demand, accessible to anyone in the UK with a valid TV licence. ITV’s equivalent is ITVX, which is free to use with a registered account. Both platforms are available on smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and desktop browsers. Neither requires a paid tier to watch live World Cup football — the premium tiers on each platform offer extras such as ad-free catch-up, but the live match itself sits on the free layer.
United States and Canada
In the United States, Fox Sports holds the English-language broadcast rights to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Depending on scheduling and Fox’s production priorities, the match will be shown on either Fox or FS1. Cord-cutters can stream via the Fox Sports app or fuboTV, both of which require a subscription or cable authentication. Telemundo and its streaming arm Peacock carry Spanish-language coverage for American viewers — Peacock offers both free and premium tiers, though live sports typically sit behind the premium paywall.
Canadian viewers can find coverage on TSN and CTV. CTV is a free-to-air network, giving Canadians a no-cost option on traditional broadcast television. TSN, which is a subscription cable and streaming service, also carries rights and will likely provide deeper pre-match and post-match programming. TSN’s streaming platform, TSN Direct, is available without a full cable package. The 12:00 AM EDT kickoff means US and eastern Canadian viewers are watching this one in the small hours of Wednesday morning, while those on the West Coast of the US can catch it at 9:00 PM PDT on Tuesday 16 June 2026.
France
TF1 and beIN Sports have historically shared FIFA World Cup broadcast rights in France. TF1, as a free-to-air channel, tends to pick up the higher-profile group-stage matches and all knockout rounds, while beIN Sports covers a wider slate including lower-profile group fixtures on its subscription platform. For a group-stage match between Austria and Jordan, coverage on beIN Sports is the more likely scenario, though TF1 could step in depending on its scheduling commitments. beIN Sports is available to stream via its own app and through Canal+ bundles.
Other Major Markets
Spain: Mediaset España (Cuatro) and RTVE share World Cup rights in Spain, with RTVE providing a free-to-air public broadcaster option. For group-stage matches not featuring Spain, coverage typically falls to the subscription-backed broadcasters in the rights consortium. The 06:00 CEST kickoff on Wednesday 17 June 2026 is an early-morning slot for Spanish viewers.
Germany: ARD and ZDF, Germany’s two major public broadcasters, hold World Cup rights and show matches free-to-air. Both offer live streaming via their respective media libraries — ARD Mediathek and ZDF Mediathek — which are freely accessible within Germany. The 06:00 CEST start is early but falls within a window both public broadcasters have covered previously.
Italy: RAI holds free-to-air World Cup rights in Italy, with matches typically split across RAI Uno and RAI Due. Streaming is available through RaiPlay, which is free to use within Italy with a registered account. The 06:00 CEST kickoff is an early start for Italian viewers but within RAI’s broadcast window.
Romania: Pro TV and TVR have previously shared World Cup rights in Romania. TVR, as the national public broadcaster, provides a free-to-air option, while Pro TV reaches a large commercial audience. Romanian fans watching from Bucharest will see the 07:00 EEST kickoff on Wednesday 17 June 2026 — the earliest local time on this list outside of UTC itself.
Netherlands: NOS, the Dutch public broadcaster, holds World Cup rights in the Netherlands and shows matches free-to-air on NPO channels, with live streaming on NOS.nl and the NOS app. The service is freely accessible within the Netherlands.
Streaming Without a Subscription
FIFA does not currently operate a free global livestreaming service for World Cup matches in the way UEFA does for certain competitions. Viewers should check FIFA+, the federation’s own platform, for highlights and short-form content, but full-match live streams are reserved for licensed domestic broadcasters in each territory.
Using a VPN to access a foreign broadcaster’s stream is a factual workaround that some viewers employ — for example, attempting to use a Canadian IP address to access CTV’s free broadcast. It’s worth noting that most broadcasters actively detect and block VPN traffic, and accessing geo-restricted content may conflict with a service’s terms of use. This guide is not an endorsement of that approach; viewers should rely on their local licensed broadcaster wherever possible.
Our Match Preview
For tactical analysis, predicted lineups, and a full match prediction ahead of Wednesday’s fixture, read our dedicated preview: Austria vs Jordan – FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview and Prediction.
FAQ
- What time is Austria vs Jordan in the UK?
- Austria vs Jordan kicks off at 05:00 BST on Wednesday 17 June 2026. That's an early-morning start for UK viewers.
- Is Austria vs Jordan on free TV?
- Yes, in the UK it will be broadcast on either the BBC or ITV — both free-to-air. In the US, Fox may show it free over-the-air depending on whether it airs on the main Fox network rather than FS1. Canadian viewers can watch on CTV at no cost.
- Where can I stream Austria vs Jordan online?
- UK viewers can stream on BBC iPlayer or ITVX for free. US viewers can use the Fox Sports app or Peacock (Telemundo, Spanish-language). Canadians can stream via TSN Direct or CTV's online platform.
- What channel is Austria vs Jordan on in the US?
- English-language coverage is on Fox or FS1, depending on Fox's scheduling. Spanish-language coverage is on Telemundo, with streaming available on Peacock.
- Can I watch Austria vs Jordan on YouTube?
- No official live broadcast of this match is expected on YouTube. FIFA+ may post highlights after the match, but full live coverage is exclusive to licensed broadcasters in each territory.