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World Cup 2026: Schedule and Channels for Sunday's Group Stage Matches
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World Cup 2026: Schedule and Channels for Sunday's Group Stage Matches

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Four World Cup 2026 group stage matches are scheduled for Sunday, June 21.
  • The matches include Spain vs. Saudi Arabia, Belgium vs. Iran, Uruguay vs. Cape Verde, and New Zealand vs. Egypt.
  • Only the Spain vs. Saudi Arabia game will be broadcast on free-to-air Mexican television; others are on streaming platforms.

The second round of the 2026 World Cup group stage continues on Sunday, June 21, with four matches spread throughout the day. The day's fixtures kick off with a match between Spain and Saudi Arabia and conclude with New Zealand facing Egypt.

Of the four games scheduled, only the encounter between Spain and Saudi Arabia will be available on Mexican free-to-air television. The remaining matches will be accessible through streaming services. The group stage's second matchday will extend until Tuesday, June 23, leading into the third round of fixtures on Wednesday, June 24.

Sunday's schedule includes: - Spain vs. Saudi Arabia (Group H) at Estadio de Atlanta, 10:00 AM Central Mexico time, broadcast on ViX, Canal 5, TUDN, and Azteca 7. - Belgium vs. Iran (Group G) at Los Angeles Stadium, 1:00 PM Central Mexico time, broadcast on ViX. - Uruguay vs. Cape Verde (Group H) at Miami Stadium, 4:00 PM Central Mexico time, broadcast on ViX. - New Zealand vs. Egypt (Group G) at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, 7:00 PM Central Mexico time, broadcast on ViX.

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