Where to Watch England vs. DR Congo: Live Stream, TV Channel, and Kickoff Time for World Cup Round of 32
England secured top spot in Group L with solid performances: a 4-2 win over Croatia, a goalless draw against Ghana, and a 2-0 victory versus Panama. Harry Kane leads the attack with three goals, while Jude Bellingham has contributed two. The team aims to push past the quarterfinal barrier that stopped them in 2022 and the semifinal hurdle from 2018.
DR Congo advanced from a tough Group E by defeating Uzbekistan 3-1, despite a loss to Colombia and a scoreless draw with Portugal. This marks only their second World Cup appearance since 1974. Yoane Wissa stands out with three goals, supported by defenders Chancel Mbemba and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who helped keep Portugal scoreless.
The two teams meet at the World Cup for the first time. England hopes to move deeper into the tournament, while DR Congo looks to create a memorable run in this historic event.
How to Watch England vs. DR Congo
- TV Channel: FOX
- Live Stream: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app and website
In the United States, the match will air on FOX with streaming available through Fox’s platforms. Fubo offers a free trial for new users, providing access to ESPN, ABC, CBS, FOX, and more than 100 live channels without cable. It's a great way to watch if you want flexibility.
Match Details and Kickoff Time
The game is set for Wednesday, July 1, starting at 12 p.m. Eastern Time. It takes place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Here’s the kickoff time across U.S. time zones:
- Eastern Time: 12 p.m.
- Central Time: 11 a.m.
- Mountain Time: 10 a.m.
- Pacific Time: 9 a.m.
Other Matches on July 1
- Belgium vs. Senegal at 4 p.m. ET
- USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina at 8 p.m. ET
About the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. It’s the first World Cup held across three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Sixteen host cities spread across these nations will welcome the matches, including Atlanta, Toronto, and Mexico City.
This edition expands to 48 teams, up from 32, leading to 104 matches total. Countries competing include Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, England, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Spain, the United States, and many others.
Streaming options vary by broadcaster and language. In the U.S., FOX and FS1 provide English coverage, while Telemundo offers Spanish broadcasts via Peacock and its app.
The final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the New York-New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium).
