2026 World Cup Sunday: Match Schedule and Key Updates

The second Sunday of the 2026 World Cup features notable matches with former champions like Spain and Uruguay returning to the pitch, alongside Belgium, who are eager to recover after a frustrating draw against Egypt.

Saturday’s headlines were dominated by the Netherlands, who overwhelmed Sweden 5-1. Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo each scored twice, while winger Crysencio Summerville added a late goal. Meanwhile, Germany rallied from behind to defeat Côte d’Ivoire with two late goals from Denis Undav, formerly of Brighton & Hove Albion.

Other surprises included Curaçao earning their first-ever World Cup point by holding Ecuador scoreless, and Japan dismantling Tunisia 4-0 to eliminate them and move above Sweden in Group F.

Upcoming Matches to Watch

• Spain vs Saudi Arabia kicks off Sunday’s schedule.
• Belgium faces Iran in Inglewood amid controversies over Iran’s travel restrictions.
• Uruguay meets Cabo Verde at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium.
• New Zealand plays Egypt in a match that could determine who advances to the knockout rounds.

Spain Looks to Bounce Back

Spain started the tournament with a surprising 0-0 draw against Cabo Verde. They now face Saudi Arabia, who also have one point after drawing with Uruguay. All four teams in this group share the same points, making every match critical.

Barcelona's young talent Lamine Yamal may get more playing time than his brief 20-minute cameo in the opener, though he remains limited due to a hamstring injury.

Battle for Progression in Group G

All four teams in Group G—Belgium, Iran, and two others—have an equal one point. Belgium, no longer as dominant as before, must secure a win against a resilient Iranian side known for posing challenges. Iran faces unique difficulties as their team was only admitted into the U.S. on Saturday and must leave immediately after their game, a factor their federation claims will hinder performance. This might fuel their determination.

Cabo Verde Aiming to Continue Their Surprise Run

After stunning Spain with a draw, Cabo Verde hopes to keep momentum against Uruguay. While Cabo Verde showed they can compete with top teams, replicating such a feat against a motivated Uruguay squad might be tough.

New Zealand Versus Egypt: An Intriguing Clash

New Zealand, the tournament's lowest-ranked team, exceeded expectations with a spirited 2-2 draw against Iran. They now face Egypt, who still seek their first-ever World Cup victory. Both sides will be eager to claim a vital win to boost their knockout chances.

How to Watch Every Match Live

Watching the World Cup has never been easier. Fans can catch all the action on the following platforms:

• FOX Network
• fuboTV
• Telemundo
• Telemundo Deportes En Vivo
• FOX One