2026 World Cup: The Battle for Third Place
Following the conclusion of the semi-finals, the stage is set for the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff. With Spain and Argentina advancing to the grand final, France and England will face off this Saturday, July 18, to determine who takes home the bronze medal. The match is scheduled to kick off at 5 p.m. ET (2 p.m. PT).
Broadcast and Streaming Details
Fans in the United States have multiple ways to catch the action. The English-language broadcast of the France vs. England clash will be available on FOX. For viewers preferring Spanish-language coverage, the match will air on Telemundo, with a simultaneous live stream available via Peacock.
How to Watch Without Cable
For those who have cut the cord, several streaming platforms provide access to the necessary channels to watch the World Cup live:
- YouTube TV: Offers comprehensive access to FOX, FS1, Universo, and Telemundo.
- Fubo TV & DirecTV: Reliable alternatives that include major sports networks for tournament coverage.
- Sling TV: Provides access to select sports programming.
- FOX One: A dedicated streaming service from FOX that hosts its full suite of sports channels and local stations.
- Peacock: The primary destination for Spanish-language streaming of tournament matches.
«The third-place playoff serves as the penultimate match of the 2026 tournament, occurring just one day before the championship final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium.»
Tournament Schedule Overview
The intensity of the tournament culminates this weekend:
- Saturday, July 18: England vs. France (Third-place match) at 5 p.m. ET, held at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami.
- Sunday, July 19: Spain vs. Argentina (Championship Final) at 3 p.m. ET, held at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ.