What time is Panama vs. England? Live stream, TV channel, kickoff schedule for World Cup 2026 match

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This England vs. Panama group stage matchup illustrates one of the wide World Cup experience gaps in the field. England, a nation making its 17th appearance, will face a Panama team in just its second-ever World Cup.

England, ranked fourth in the world, and is one of the more consistent presences at this level with seven consecutive World Cup appearances. Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice headline a roster capable of competing with anyone in the field, and the Three Lions reached the quarterfinals in 2022 before falling to France 2-1.

The one piece missing from England’s otherwise decorated history remains the World Cup trophy itself, last won on home soil back in 1966.

Panama, ranked 34th, made its World Cup debut in 2018 and was eliminated in the group stage. Anibal Godoy and Ismael Diaz lead Panama in the hopes of pulling off one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history. 

Here’s everything you need to know to watch the Panama vs. England World Cup match, including where to watch on TV or live stream, what time the game starts and more.

What time does Panama vs. England kick off?

This World Cup clash kicks off Saturday, June 27, at 5 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Here’s how that time translates across the United States time zones:

DateKickoff timeEastern TimeSat., June 275 p.m.Central TimeSat., June 274 p.m.Mountain TimeSat., June 273 p.m.Pacific TimeSat., June 272 p.m.

Panama vs. England live stream, TV channel

• TV channel: FOX
• Live stream: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app/website

This match will be broadcast on FOX in the United States with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.

The best place to catch the match is on streaming service fubo, with new customers able to sign up for a FREE trial.

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World Cup schedule today

All times Eastern.

Saturday, June 27

• Croatia vs. Ghana (5 p.m.)
• Panama vs. England (5 p.m.)
• Colombia vs. Portugal (7:30 p.m.)
• DR Congo vs. Uzbekistan (7:30 p.m.)
• Algeria vs. Austria (10 p.m.)
• Jordan vs. Argentina (10 p.m.)

MORE:Complete World Cup schedule and fixtures

2026 FIFA World Cup FAQs

When is the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 through July 19, 2026. It will be the first World Cup hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Where is the 2026 FIFA World Cup being played?

The 2026 World Cup will be played across 16 host cities in North America, with matches taking place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. It will be the first men’s World Cup hosted by three countries.

The 16 host cities are Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle in the United States; Toronto and Vancouver in Canada; and Guadalajara, Mexico City and Monterrey in Mexico.

How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, expanding from the 32-team format used in previous tournaments. The larger field also means more matches, more knockout-round games and more countries involved than ever before.

The 48 teams are Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cape Verde, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Curaçao, Czechia, DR Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Ghana, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Japan, Jordan, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Senegal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Türkiye, United States, Uruguay and Uzbekistan.

How many games are in the 2026 World Cup?

There will be 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That includes the group stage, knockout rounds and the final.

Can I stream the 2026 World Cup?

Yes. Streaming options will depend on the match, language and broadcast partner. In the U.S., Fox Sports lists FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for English-language coverage, while Telemundo will stream every match live on Peacock and the Telemundo App for Spanish-language coverage.

What channel is the 2026 World Cup on?

In the U.S., English-language matches are expected across FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for those without cable, while Spanish-language coverage will air on Telemundo and Universo, which you can stream on DIRECTV and Peacock. Check the schedule for the specific match you want to watch.

When is the 2026 World Cup final?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026. The match will be played at New York-New Jersey Stadium, FIFA’s tournament name for MetLife Stadium.

What time do World Cup games start?

Kickoff times vary by date, host city and round. Because the tournament is being played across multiple time zones in the United States, Canada and Mexico, fans should check the official match schedule for start times in their local time zone.

Is the United States playing in the 2026 World Cup?

Yes. The United States automatically qualified for the 2026 World Cup as one of the three host nations, along with Canada and Mexico.