India FIFA World Cup 2026 TV Schedule
India viewers can follow all 104 World Cup matches in IST, with ZEE5 streaming and Unite8 Sports television coverage.
India's official route runs through ZEE5 and Unite8 Sports, covering all 104 matches as paid access. The India FIFA World Cup 2026 TV schedule matters because the opener starts after midnight in IST. Viewers need the local kickoff table before choosing TV or streaming access. One India schedule keeps the channel route, ZEE5 access, and full tournament list together.
Mexico vs South Africa opens the tournament at 12:30 a.m. IST on Friday, June 12. India did not qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Yet viewing demand stays high because Brazil, England, Portugal, Argentina, France, and the final carry major local interest. Those dates are easier to track with the FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule. The full IST table below removes the need for manual time conversion.
India FIFA World Cup 2026 TV Schedule — Quick Facts
| Key Info | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official broadcaster | Z, ZEE5, and Unite8 Sports |
| TV channel | Unite8 Sports (Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD) |
| Streaming platform | ZEE5 |
| Free or paid | Paid subscription coverage on ZEE5 and Unite8 Sports |
| Matches covered | All 104 matches |
| Commentary language | English, Hindi, Bengali, and Malayalam |
| Opening match kickoff | June 12, 2026 — Mexico vs South Africa — 12:30 a.m. IST — Mexico City Stadium, Mexico City |
| World Cup Final | July 20, 2026 — 12:30 a.m. IST — New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford |
| India team qualified | No |
| India team group | N/A |
How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in India — TV and Online
On TV — Unite8 Sports
Unite8 Sports is the television route India viewers should track for World Cup 2026. The confirmed TV lineup includes Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD. Channel numbers are yet to be confirmed by local TV providers. Check your operator listing before the opening match because late-night kickoff windows can create support delays.
Online and Mobile — ZEE5
ZEE5 is the official streaming route for India viewers across the 104-match tournament. ZEE5's tournament help center lists live Full HD coverage and language options in English, Hindi, Bengali, and Malayalam. A paid plan is needed, so subscribers should test the app or website before the opener. That step matters because several headline fixtures land between 10:30 p.m. and 3:30 a.m. IST.
India FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Match Schedule
All times use India Standard Time (IST). Matches run from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
| Date | Kickoff (IST) | Match | Venue | Group / Stage | TV Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — GROUP STAGE (June 11 – June 27, 2026) — | |||||
| Friday, June 12 | 12:30 AM IST | Mexico vs South Africa | Mexico City Stadium, Mexico City | Group A | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 12 | 7:30 AM IST | Korea Republic vs Czechia | Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara | Group A | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 13 | 12:30 AM IST | Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina | Toronto Stadium, Toronto | Group B | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 13 | 6:30 AM IST | USA vs Paraguay | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles | Group D | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 14 | 12:30 AM IST | Qatar vs Switzerland | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara | Group B | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 14 | 3:30 AM IST | Brazil vs Morocco | New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford | Group C | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 14 | 6:30 AM IST | Haiti vs Scotland | Boston Stadium, Foxborough | Group C | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 14 | 9:30 AM IST | Australia vs Türkiye | BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver | Group D | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 14 | 10:30 PM IST | Germany vs Curaçao | Houston Stadium, Houston | Group E | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, June 15 | 1:30 AM IST | Netherlands vs Japan | Dallas Stadium, Dallas | Group F | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, June 15 | 4:30 AM IST | Côte d'Ivoire vs Ecuador | Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia | Group E | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, June 15 | 7:30 AM IST | Sweden vs Tunisia | Monterrey Stadium, Monterrey | Group F | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, June 15 | 9:30 PM IST | Spain vs Cabo Verde | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta | Group H | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 16 | 12:30 AM IST | Belgium vs Egypt | Seattle Stadium, Seattle | Group G | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 16 | 3:30 AM IST | Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay | Miami Stadium, Miami | Group H | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 16 | 6:30 AM IST | IR Iran vs New Zealand | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles | Group G | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, June 17 | 12:30 AM IST | France vs Senegal | New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford | Group I | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, June 17 | 3:30 AM IST | Iraq vs Norway | Boston Stadium, Foxborough | Group I | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, June 17 | 6:30 AM IST | Argentina vs Algeria | Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City | Group J | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, June 17 | 9:30 AM IST | Austria vs Jordan | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara | Group J | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, June 17 | 10:30 PM IST | Portugal vs Congo DR | Houston Stadium, Houston | Group K | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 18 | 1:30 AM IST | England vs Croatia | Dallas Stadium, Dallas | Group L | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 18 | 4:30 AM IST | Ghana vs Panama | Toronto Stadium, Toronto | Group L | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 18 | 7:30 AM IST | Uzbekistan vs Colombia | Mexico City Stadium, Mexico City | Group K | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 18 | 9:30 PM IST | Czechia vs South Africa | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta | Group A | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 19 | 12:30 AM IST | Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles | Group B | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 19 | 3:30 AM IST | Canada vs Qatar | BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver | Group B | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 19 | 6:30 AM IST | Mexico vs Korea Republic | Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara | Group A | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 20 | 12:30 AM IST | USA vs Australia | Seattle Stadium, Seattle | Group D | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 20 | 3:30 AM IST | Scotland vs Morocco | Boston Stadium, Foxborough | Group C | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 20 | 6:00 AM IST | Brazil vs Haiti | Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia | Group C | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 20 | 8:30 AM IST | Türkiye vs Paraguay | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara | Group D | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 20 | 10:30 PM IST | Netherlands vs Sweden | Houston Stadium, Houston | Group F | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 21 | 1:30 AM IST | Germany vs Côte d'Ivoire | Toronto Stadium, Toronto | Group E | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 21 | 5:30 AM IST | Ecuador vs Curaçao | Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City | Group E | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 21 | 9:30 AM IST | Tunisia vs Japan | Monterrey Stadium, Monterrey | Group F | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 21 | 9:30 PM IST | Spain vs Saudi Arabia | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta | Group H | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, June 22 | 12:30 AM IST | Belgium vs IR Iran | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles | Group G | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, June 22 | 3:30 AM IST | Uruguay vs Cabo Verde | Miami Stadium, Miami | Group H | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, June 22 | 6:30 AM IST | New Zealand vs Egypt | BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver | Group G | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, June 22 | 10:30 PM IST | Argentina vs Austria | Dallas Stadium, Dallas | Group J | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 23 | 2:30 AM IST | France vs Iraq | Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia | Group I | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 23 | 5:30 AM IST | Norway vs Senegal | New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford | Group I | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 23 | 8:30 AM IST | Jordan vs Algeria | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara | Group J | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 23 | 10:30 PM IST | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | Houston Stadium, Houston | Group K | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, June 24 | 1:30 AM IST | England vs Ghana | Boston Stadium, Foxborough | Group L | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, June 24 | 4:30 AM IST | Panama vs Croatia | Toronto Stadium, Toronto | Group L | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, June 24 | 7:30 AM IST | Colombia vs Congo DR | Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara | Group K | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 25 | 12:30 AM IST | Switzerland vs Canada | BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver | Group B | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 25 | 12:30 AM IST | Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar | Seattle Stadium, Seattle | Group B | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 25 | 3:30 AM IST | Scotland vs Brazil | Miami Stadium, Miami | Group C | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 25 | 3:30 AM IST | Morocco vs Haiti | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta | Group C | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 25 | 6:30 AM IST | Czechia vs Mexico | Mexico City Stadium, Mexico City | Group A | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, June 25 | 6:30 AM IST | South Africa vs Korea Republic | Monterrey Stadium, Monterrey | Group A | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 26 | 1:30 AM IST | Curaçao vs Côte d'Ivoire | Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia | Group E | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 26 | 1:30 AM IST | Ecuador vs Germany | New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford | Group E | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 26 | 4:30 AM IST | Japan vs Sweden | Dallas Stadium, Dallas | Group F | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 26 | 4:30 AM IST | Tunisia vs Netherlands | Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City | Group F | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 26 | 7:30 AM IST | Türkiye vs USA | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles | Group D | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, June 26 | 7:30 AM IST | Paraguay vs Australia | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara | Group D | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 27 | 12:30 AM IST | Norway vs France | Boston Stadium, Foxborough | Group I | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 27 | 12:30 AM IST | Senegal vs Iraq | Toronto Stadium, Toronto | Group I | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 27 | 5:30 AM IST | Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia | Houston Stadium, Houston | Group H | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 27 | 5:30 AM IST | Uruguay vs Spain | Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara | Group H | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 27 | 8:30 AM IST | Egypt vs IR Iran | Seattle Stadium, Seattle | Group G | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, June 27 | 8:30 AM IST | New Zealand vs Belgium | BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver | Group G | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 28 | 2:30 AM IST | Panama vs England | New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford | Group L | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 28 | 2:30 AM IST | Croatia vs Ghana | Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia | Group L | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 28 | 5:00 AM IST | Colombia vs Portugal | Miami Stadium, Miami | Group K | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 28 | 5:00 AM IST | Congo DR vs Uzbekistan | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta | Group K | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 28 | 7:30 AM IST | Algeria vs Austria | Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City | Group J | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, June 28 | 7:30 AM IST | Jordan vs Argentina | Dallas Stadium, Dallas | Group J | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| — ROUND OF 32 (June 28 – July 3, 2026) — | |||||
| Monday, June 29 | 12:30 AM IST | Group A runners-up vs Group B runners-up | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, June 29 | 10:30 PM IST | Group C winners vs Group F runners-up | Houston Stadium, Houston | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 30 | 2:00 AM IST | Group E winners vs Group A/B/C/D/F third place | Boston Stadium, Foxborough | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 30 | 6:30 AM IST | Group F winners vs Group C runners-up | Monterrey Stadium, Monterrey | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, June 30 | 10:30 PM IST | Group E runners up vs Group I runners-up | Dallas Stadium, Dallas | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, July 1 | 2:30 AM IST | Group I winners vs Group C/D/F/G/H third place | New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, July 1 | 6:30 AM IST | Group A winners vs Group C/E/F/H/I third place | Mexico City Stadium, Mexico City | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, July 1 | 9:30 PM IST | Group L winners vs Group E/H/I/J/K third place | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, July 2 | 1:30 AM IST | Group G winners vs Group A/E/H/I/J third place | Seattle Stadium, Seattle | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, July 2 | 5:30 AM IST | Group D winners vs Group B/E/F/I/J third place | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, July 3 | 12:30 AM IST | Group H winners vs Group J runners-up | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, July 3 | 4:30 AM IST | Group K runners-up vs Group L runners-up | Toronto Stadium, Toronto | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, July 3 | 8:30 AM IST | Group B winners vs Group E/F/G/I/J third place | BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Friday, July 3 | 11:30 PM IST | Group D runners-up vs Group G runners-up | Dallas Stadium, Dallas | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, July 4 | 3:30 AM IST | Group J winners vs Group H runners-up | Miami Stadium, Miami | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, July 4 | 7:00 AM IST | Group K winners vs Group D/E/I/J/L third place | Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City | Round of 32 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| — ROUND OF 16 (July 4 – July 7, 2026) — | |||||
| Saturday, July 4 | 10:30 PM IST | Winner match 73 vs Winner match 75 | Houston Stadium, Houston | Round of 16 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, July 5 | 2:30 AM IST | Winner match 74 vs Winner match 77 | Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia | Round of 16 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, July 6 | 1:30 AM IST | Winner match 76 vs Winner match 78 | New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford | Round of 16 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Monday, July 6 | 5:30 AM IST | Winner match 79 vs Winner match 80 | Mexico City Stadium, Mexico City | Round of 16 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, July 7 | 12:30 AM IST | Winner match 83 vs Winner match 84 | Dallas Stadium, Dallas | Round of 16 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, July 7 | 5:30 AM IST | Winner match 81 vs Winner match 82 | Seattle Stadium, Seattle | Round of 16 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Tuesday, July 7 | 9:30 PM IST | Winner match 86 vs Winner match 88 | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta | Round of 16 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Wednesday, July 8 | 1:30 AM IST | Winner match 85 vs Winner match 87 | BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver | Round of 16 | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| — QUARTER-FINALS (July 9 – July 11, 2026) — | |||||
| Friday, July 10 | 1:30 AM IST | Winner match 89 vs Winner match 90 | Boston Stadium, Foxborough | Quarter-final | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Saturday, July 11 | 12:30 AM IST | Winner match 93 vs Winner match 94 | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles | Quarter-final | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, July 12 | 2:30 AM IST | Winner match 91 vs Winner match 92 | Miami Stadium, Miami | Quarter-final | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Sunday, July 12 | 6:30 AM IST | Winner match 95 vs Winner match 96 | Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City | Quarter-final | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| — SEMI-FINALS (July 14 – July 15, 2026) — | |||||
| Wednesday, July 15 | 12:30 AM IST | Winner match 97 vs Winner match 98 | Dallas Stadium, Dallas | Semi-final | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| Thursday, July 16 | 12:30 AM IST | Winner match 99 vs Winner match 100 | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta | Semi-final | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| — THIRD PLACE PLAY-OFF (July 18, 2026) — | |||||
| Sunday, July 19 | 2:30 AM IST | Runner-up match 101 vs Runner-up match 102 | Miami Stadium, Miami | Third-place playoff | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
| — FINAL (July 19, 2026) — | |||||
| Monday, July 20 | 12:30 AM IST | Winner match 101 vs Winner match 102 | New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford | Final | Unite8 Sports / ZEE5 |
Key Matches to Watch in India
India viewers should circle five fixtures first. Mexico vs South Africa starts on June 12 at 12:30 a.m. IST. Brazil vs Morocco follows on June 14 at 3:30 a.m. IST. Portugal vs Uzbekistan lands on June 23 at 10:30 p.m. IST. England vs Ghana starts on June 24 at 1:30 a.m. IST. The final starts on July 20 at 12:30 a.m. IST. Those fixtures cover the opener, major fan bases, an easier late-evening slot, and the tournament finish. ZEE5 and Unite8 Sports should remain the main India routes unless a later official update changes the listing.
Is FIFA World Cup 2026 Free in India?
No, FIFA World Cup 2026 is not fully free in India. ZEE5 and Unite8 Sports are listed as paid coverage routes for the tournament. Any free public-broadcast window is yet to be confirmed in the official rights stack.
If you want every match, plan around paid ZEE5 or Unite8 Sports access before June 12. If a free selection appears later, treat it as a partial option until the provider confirms fixtures. The reliable India answer is paid access for all 104 matches.
FAQs
Where can I watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in India?
India viewers can watch FIFA World Cup 2026 through ZEE5 streaming and Unite8 Sports television coverage. The confirmed package covers all 104 matches.
Is FIFA World Cup 2026 free in India?
No, India should be treated as a paid World Cup 2026 viewing country. A free public-broadcast selection is yet to be confirmed.
What time does the World Cup start in India?
The opening match starts at 12:30 a.m. IST on Friday, June 12, 2026. Mexico vs South Africa is the first local India kickoff.
What is the best match to watch from India?
Brazil vs Morocco is one of the strongest early matches for India viewers, though it starts at 3:30 a.m. IST. Portugal vs Uzbekistan is easier because it starts at 10:30 p.m. IST.
Can I stream FIFA World Cup 2026 on my phone in India?
Yes, India viewers can stream FIFA World Cup 2026 through ZEE5 on supported devices. Test your login before the opener because access is paid.
ZEE5 and Unite8 Sports give India a clear paid route for all 104 World Cup 2026 matches. Subscribe and test access before the June 12 opener at 12:30 a.m. IST. Use FIFA World Cup 2026 for the full India schedule, confirmed IST kickoffs, and live tournament tracking.
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