Where to watch Portugal vs. DR Congo live stream, TV channel, start time for World Cup Group K match

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On Wednesday, Portugal and DR Congo will share the pitch from NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

This summer’s World Cup will be Portugal’s ninth appearance in the tournament. On the other side of the touchline stands DR Congo, who will be making their first World Cup appearance since 1974, which had been their only one prior to this summer.

Group K features two teams looking to compete in the deeper stages of the tournament and two hopefuls. Any result outside of a knockout stage defeat would be considered a massive failure for both Portugal and Colombia. For Uzbekistan and DR Congo, playing in their first and second World Cups, any positive result will be celebrated. They will both be looking to defy the odds this summer.

The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.

Portugal vs. DR Congo live stream, TV channel

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

This match will be broadcast nationally 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 a for a FREE trial.

Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)

What time does Portugal vs. DR Congo start?

This World Cup clash kicks off Wednesday, June 17, at 1 p.m. ET at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

Here’s how that time translates across North America’s time zones:

DateKickoff timeEastern TimeWed., June 171 p.m.Central TimeWed., June 1712 p.m.Mountain TimeWed., June 1711 a.m.Pacific TimeWed., June 1710 a.m.

World Cup schedule today and tomorrow

All times Eastern.

Wednesday, June 17

• Austria vs. Jordan (12 a.m.)
• Portugal vs. DR Congo (1 p.m.)
• England vs. Croatia (4 p.m.)
• Ghana vs. Panama (7 p.m.)
• Uzbekistan vs. Colombia (10 p.m.)

Thursday, June 18

• Czechia vs. South Africa (12 p.m.)
• Bosnia-Herzegovina vs. Switzerland (3 p.m.)
• Canada vs. Qatar (6 p.m.)
• Mexico vs. South Korea (9 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.