Portugal vs DR Congo: Live Stream, TV Channel, and Kickoff Time for World Cup Group K Match
Portugal Faces DR Congo in World Cup Group K Clash
On Wednesday, Portugal will take on DR Congo at Houston's NRG Stadium. This tournament marks Portugal's ninth World Cup appearance. DR Congo returns to the World Cup stage for the first time since 1974, which was their sole prior entry.
Where to Watch Portugal vs DR Congo
The match will be broadcast nationally in the United States on Fox. Streaming options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. For those looking to stream, fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, providing access to ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 live TV and sports channels without cable.
Match Start Time
The kickoff is set for Wednesday, June 17, at 1 p.m. ET at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Here’s the schedule across key North American time zones:
- Eastern Time: 1 p.m.
- Central Time: 12 p.m.
- Mountain Time: 11 a.m.
- Pacific Time: 10 a.m.
Other Matches on June 17
- Austria vs Jordan – 12 a.m. ET
- England vs Croatia – 4 p.m. ET
- Ghana vs Panama – 7 p.m. ET
- Uzbekistan vs Colombia – 10 p.m. ET
About the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. It will be the first tournament hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches are scheduled across 16 cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, and Los Angeles in the U.S.; Toronto and Vancouver in Canada; and Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey in Mexico.
The tournament expands to feature 48 teams, up from 32, allowing more nations and games than ever before. Among the competing countries are Argentina, Brazil, England, France, Germany, Mexico, Portugal, and the host nations.
Match Volume and Streaming Options
Fans can expect 104 matches total, covering group stages through the final. In the U.S., English broadcasts air on FOX and FS1, with streaming available on fubo. Spanish-language coverage comes via Telemundo and Universo, accessible on DIRECTV and Peacock.
Final and Additional Info
The final match is slated for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium, referred to as New York-New Jersey Stadium for the event. Kickoff times vary due to multiple time zones across host cities, so checking local schedules is advised.
The United States automatically qualifies as one of the host countries alongside Canada and Mexico.
