What TV channel is Portugal vs Croatia? How to watch and live stream World Cup clash

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Portugal and Croatia face off in the World Cup round of 32 with a place in the last 16 up for grabs

All you need to know about how to watch Portugal vs Croatia at the FIFA World Cup 2026

1. Kick-off time: The knockout clash between Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal and Croatia gets under way at midnight on Friday for UK viewers, with the referee set to start proceedings at 7pm local time on Thursday evening in Toronto.
2. Match location: The round of 32 encounter will be held at Toronto Stadium — also known as BMO Field — in Canada. The ground is the smallest venue of the tournament, with a capacity of just 43,036, yet it is expected to more than compensate with an electric atmosphere.
3. Television coverage in the UK: Supporters watching from the United Kingdom can enjoy all the action free of charge on BBC One, with coverage kicking off at 11.30pm. Mark Chapman will host proceedings alongside pundits Lucas Leiva and Rachel Corsie.
4. Live stream information: Those who would rather follow the match online can stream the coverage via the BBC iPlayer app and the BBC Sport website. Both digital platforms will allow viewers to watch the entire game live on their smartphone, tablet, laptop or smart TV.
5. How to watch in the US: American fans have a broad range of options for catching the game live on television. The fixture will be broadcast in English on FOX, while streaming platforms including Tubi, Peacock, Fubo and Sling TV will also carry the match.
6. Radio coverage in the UK: For those unable to access a television, the match will receive comprehensive coverage on radio. Listeners can tune in to BBC Radio 5 Live for complete live audio commentary of every moment of the game.
7. Portugal team news: Roberto Martinez heads into this fixture with a fully fit squad and no reported injuries. While some pundits have suggested benching Cristiano Ronaldo, it seems highly improbable that the 41-year-old will be left out now Portugal have progressed to the knockout stages.
8. Croatia team news: The Croatian squad are similarly fortunate with no injury concerns ahead of this pivotal encounter. Manchester City star Josko Gvardiol could be restored at left-back after he was surprisingly left out of their final group match against Ghana.
9. Head-to-head record: This round of 32 clash will mark the first-ever meeting between these two European giants at a FIFA World Cup. Nevertheless, they are well-acquainted adversaries from other major competitions, having most recently contested a tense 1-1 draw in the UEFA Nations League in November 2024.
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