USA vs Turkey: Kickoff Time, Live Stream, and TV Info for World Cup 2026

The United States and Turkey will clash in a Group D match that carries weight for both teams. The encounter is set for Thursday, June 25, kicking off at 10 p.m. Eastern Time at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

Here’s how the kickoff time breaks down across U.S. time zones:

• Eastern Time: 10 p.m.
• Central Time: 9 p.m.
• Mountain Time: 8 p.m.
• Pacific Time: 7 p.m.

Watching USA vs. Turkey: TV and Streaming Options

FOX holds the broadcast rights in the United States. For those who prefer streaming, options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. If you want to try streaming without commitment, fubo offers a free trial for new users, providing access to ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 other channels.

Background on Both Teams

The USA brings more World Cup experience, having qualified 11 times, including five straight since 2002. Their best recent showing was reaching the quarterfinals in 2002. They’ve only made it past the Round of 16 once this century. Key players to watch include Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun, and Weston McKennie.

Turkey returns after a long absence; their last World Cup appearance was also in 2002, when they finished third. This is just their third time competing at this level. Standouts like Arda Guler, Kenan Yildiz, and Merih Demiral bring talent and hope to their squad.

Other Matches on June 25 and 26

Alongside USA vs. Turkey, several matches occur on the same days. On June 25, games include Curaçao vs. Ivory Coast and Ecuador vs. Germany, among others. The following day features Norway vs. France and Egypt vs. Iran, to name a few.

Details About the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The tournament runs from June 11 through July 19, 2026. It will be the first to be hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with games spread across 16 cities in North America.

This World Cup expands to 48 teams, up from 32 in previous editions. That means more matches—104 in total—and more nations getting involved.

English-language broadcasts in the U.S. air primarily on FOX and FS1, with streaming available via fubo. Spanish speakers can watch on Telemundo and Universo, accessible through Peacock and DIRECTV.

The final is set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium, known officially as New York-New Jersey Stadium for the event.