A rare lull has settled over the 2026 FIFA World Cup broadcast schedule, with no matches airing on Sunday, July 12, or Monday, July 13. The pause represents the longest gap between games since the tournament’s opening week, leaving fans without live coverage for two consecutive days.
Semifinal Showdown
The action resumes on Tuesday, July 14, when France meets Spain in Arlington, Texas, at 3 p.m. Eastern. The match will be shown live on Fox, marking the first of two knockout‑stage contests that will determine which teams advance to the final.
A day later, on Wednesday, July 15, England will take on Argentina in Atlanta, Georgia, also at 3 p.m. Eastern. The game continues the high‑stakes schedule, with both squads vying for a spot in the championship match.
The tournament’s remaining fixtures include a third‑place playoff on Saturday, July 18, scheduled for 5 p.m. Eastern, followed by the final on Sunday, July 19, set for 3 p.m. Eastern. All of these contests will be broadcast on Fox, ensuring a continuous stream of coverage through the conclusion of the competition.
The extended break underscores the intensity of the knockout phase, where each match carries decisive implications for the tournament’s ultimate narrative. Fans can expect a packed slate of high‑profile games in the coming days, all delivered by the network’s established sports presentation team.