Kickoff Times Around the World
| City | Local Time | Timezone | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTC | 04:00 | UTC | Sunday 21 June 2026 |
| London | 05:00 | BST | Sunday 21 June 2026 |
| Paris | 06:00 | CEST | Sunday 21 June 2026 |
| Madrid | 06:00 | CEST | Sunday 21 June 2026 |
| Budapest | 06:00 | CEST | Sunday 21 June 2026 |
| Bucharest | 07:00 | EEST | Sunday 21 June 2026 |
| New York | 12:00 AM | EDT | Sunday 21 June 2026 |
| Los Angeles | 9:00 PM | PDT | Saturday 20 June 2026 |
| Mumbai | 09:30 | IST | Sunday 21 June 2026 |
| Sydney | 14:00 | AEST | Sunday 21 June 2026 |
United Kingdom
Viewers in the United Kingdom are well catered for, with the BBC and ITV sharing FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage between them — both free-to-air and available to any household with a TV licence or internet connection. This particular fixture falls in the early hours for British audiences, with kickoff at 05:00 BST on Sunday 21 June 2026, so those who want to watch live will need to set an alarm.
BBC coverage is available on BBC One or BBC Two depending on scheduling, with live streaming on BBC iPlayer — no subscription required, though a TV licence applies to live viewing. ITV’s matches can be watched on ITV1 or via the ITVX streaming platform, which is free to register. Both broadcasters offer extensive pre-match and post-match programming. Check each broadcaster’s official schedule closer to the date to confirm which channel carries this specific fixture, as match allocations between BBC and ITV can shift throughout the tournament.
United States and Canada
In the United States, FIFA World Cup 2026 rights are held by FOX Sports and Telemundo. English-language coverage of Tunisia vs Japan will air on FOX, with streaming available through the FOX Sports app and FOX’s website for those with a pay-TV login. Telemundo carries Spanish-language coverage, and its streaming counterpart Peacock — NBCUniversal’s streaming platform — will also carry Telemundo’s World Cup matches for subscribers.
For US viewers, kickoff lands at 12:00 AM EDT on Sunday 21 June 2026, or 9:00 PM PDT on the Saturday evening of 20 June 2026 on the West Coast — making this a watchable late-night or evening fixture for much of the country.
In Canada, TSN and CTV hold broadcast rights in English, while RDS and TVA Sports cover French-language audiences. CTV is a free-to-air network, meaning many Canadians can watch without a cable or streaming subscription. TSN’s coverage is also available via the TSN app and TSN.ca with an authenticated subscription. Streaming options for the French-language feed run through TVA+.
France
In France, FIFA World Cup rights are held by TF1 and beIN Sports. TF1 broadcasts selected matches free-to-air, with streaming available through the TF1+ platform. beIN Sports holds broader rights across the tournament and requires a subscription, accessible via the beIN Sports Connect app. For this group-stage fixture involving Tunisia and Japan, French audiences should confirm availability on TF1’s official schedule, as TF1 typically prioritises matches with a direct French national interest — free-to-air access to non-French fixtures may be limited to beIN Sports subscribers.
Other Major Markets
Spain: In Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage is broadcast on RTVE — the public broadcaster — for free-to-air matches, alongside pay-TV operator Mediaset España. Streaming is available through RTVE Play for free-to-air fixtures. Check the official RTVE schedule to confirm if this match falls under their allocation.
Germany: ARD and ZDF, Germany’s two main public broadcasters, share World Cup rights in a split arrangement that has historically made the tournament widely accessible for German viewers at no extra cost. Both offer streaming via their respective Mediathek platforms. MagentaTV (Deutsche Telekom) also holds supplementary rights for the German market.
Italy: RAI, the Italian public broadcaster, holds free-to-air World Cup rights in Italy, with streaming available via RaiPlay. The pay-TV platform Sky Italia also carries coverage with additional commentary options and analysis programming for subscribers.
Romania: In Romania, TVR — the national public television broadcaster — holds free-to-air rights to FIFA World Cup matches. The fixture kicks off at 07:00 EEST on Sunday 21 June 2026, a civilised early-morning slot. Streaming is available through TVR’s online player. Pro TV may also carry selected matches under separate arrangements.
Netherlands: Broadcast rights in the Netherlands are shared between NOS, the public broadcaster, and Ziggo Sport. NOS typically covers the highest-profile fixtures free-to-air, with streaming via NOS.nl and the NOS app. Ziggo Sport, a subscription service, holds additional rights to matches not allocated to NOS.
Streaming Without a Subscription
FIFA does not currently operate a global free live-streaming service equivalent to UEFA.tv for its World Cup matches — rights are sold on a territory-by-territory basis to broadcasters. Highlights and official content are published on FIFA’s YouTube channel and the FIFA+ platform after matches, but live streaming through FIFA+ depends on whether a rights holder in your territory has sub-licensed it there.
Some viewers consider using a VPN to access a broadcaster’s stream in a country where coverage is free-to-air. While this is technically possible, using a VPN to circumvent geographic rights restrictions may breach a broadcaster’s terms of service. This guide notes the practice factually but does not endorse it. Always check the terms of the platform you intend to use.
Our Match Preview
For a full tactical breakdown, group-stage context, and our match prediction for Tunisia vs Japan, read our dedicated preview at Kickoff Report: Tunisia vs Japan FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview.
FAQ
- What time is Tunisia vs Japan in the UK?
- Tunisia vs Japan kicks off at 05:00 BST on Sunday 21 June 2026 in the UK. It is an early-morning fixture, so you will need to set an alarm to watch it live.
- Is Tunisia vs Japan on free TV?
- Yes, in the UK it is on free-to-air television via either BBC or ITV — both of which hold rights to FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. In the US, FOX carries English-language coverage, which is free to air on over-the-top antenna in some areas. In Canada, CTV broadcasts selected matches free-to-air.
- Where can I stream Tunisia vs Japan?
- UK viewers can stream on BBC iPlayer or ITVX for free. In the US, the FOX Sports app streams English-language coverage, while Peacock carries the Telemundo Spanish-language feed. Canadian viewers can use the TSN app with a subscription, or watch free via CTV's digital platforms if the match is allocated there.
- What channel is Tunisia vs Japan on in the US?
- In the US, Tunisia vs Japan is broadcast on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish. The match kicks off at 12:00 AM EDT on Sunday 21 June 2026 (9:00 PM PDT on Saturday 20 June 2026 for West Coast viewers).
- Can I watch Tunisia vs Japan on YouTube?
- FIFA publishes official highlights and post-match content on its YouTube channel and FIFA+ platform, but live streaming of World Cup matches on YouTube is not available. Live rights are held exclusively by broadcast partners in each territory.