Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia free live stream: How to watch World Cup game online without cable

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>Cape Verde has been one of the feel-good stories of the 2026 World Cup, and the tournament debutants will look to turn that goodwill into three points when they take on Saudi Arabia in a Group H match that neither side can afford to lose.

>The Blue Sharks have made quite an entrance on the world stage, holding Spain to a draw in a defensive masterclass anchored by goalkeeper Vozinha before rallying for a 2-2 comeback against Uruguay. Captain and all-time leading scorer Ryan Mendes leads the attack alongside Nuno da Costa and Ricardo Santos for a side that has captured the imagination of neutral fans worldwide.

>Saudi Arabia brings far more World Cup experience to the table in their seventh appearance. But, the Saudis haven't advanced past the group stage since their tournament debut in 1994.

>They opened with a draw against Uruguay before getting hammered 4-0 by Spain, leaving them in need of a result here. Salem Al Dawsari, Saud Abdulhamid and Firas Al Buraikan will need to find another gear if Saudi Arabia is going to extend its stay in the tournament.

>With only three points separating the top and bottom of Group H, this match has knockout implications written all over it. A win for either side could be enough to punch a ticket to the next round.

>Here's everything you need to know to watch the Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia World Cup match, including where to watch on TV or live stream, what time the game starts and more.

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Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia channel, live streamTV channel: FS1 • >Streaming: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app/websiteCape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia will be broadcast on FS1 in the United States with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.

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What time does Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia kick off?Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia kicks off Friday, June 26, at 8 p.m. ET at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

>Here's how that time translates across the United States timezones:

DateKickoff timeEastern TimeFriday, June 268 p.m.Central TimeFriday, June 267 p.m.Mountain TimeFriday, June 266 p.m.Pacific TimeFriday, June 265 p.m.Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia betting oddsWorld Cup schedule today and tomorrowAll times Eastern.

>Friday, June 26

France vs. Norway (3 p.m.) • >Senegal vs. Iraq (3 p.m.) • >Spain vs. Uruguay (8 p.m.) • >Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia (8 p.m.) • >New Zealand vs. Belgium (11 p.m.) • >Egypt vs. Iran (11 p.m.)Saturday, June 27

Panama vs. England (5 p.m.) • >Croatia vs. Ghana (5 p.m.) • >Colombia vs. Portugal (7:30 p.m.) • >DR Congo vs. Uzbekistan (7:30 p.m.) • >Jordan vs. Argentina (10 p.m.) • >Algeria vs. Austria (10 p.m.)MORE:Complete World Cup schedule and fixtures

2026 FIFA World Cup FAQsWhen is the 2026 FIFA World Cup?The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 through July 19, 2026. It will be the first World Cup hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Where is the 2026 FIFA World Cup being played?The 2026 World Cup will be played across 16 host cities in North America, with matches taking place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. It will be the first men’s World Cup hosted by three countries.

>The 16 host cities are Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle in the United States; Toronto and Vancouver in Canada; and Guadalajara, Mexico City and Monterrey in Mexico.

How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, expanding from the 32-team format used in previous tournaments. The larger field also means more matches, more knockout-round games and more countries involved than ever before.

>The 48 teams are Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cape Verde, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Curaçao, Czechia, DR Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Ghana, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Japan, Jordan, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Senegal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Türkiye, United States, Uruguay and Uzbekistan.

How many games are in the 2026 World Cup?There will be 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That includes the group stage, knockout rounds and the final.

Can I stream the 2026 World Cup?Yes. Streaming options will depend on the match, language and broadcast partner. In the U.S., Fox Sports lists FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for English-language coverage, while Telemundo will stream every match live on Peacock and the Telemundo App for Spanish-language coverage.

What channel is the 2026 World Cup on?In the U.S., English-language matches are expected across FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for those without cable, while Spanish-language coverage will air on Telemundo and Universo, which you can stream on DIRECTV and Peacock. Check the schedule for the specific match you want to watch.

When is the 2026 World Cup final?The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026. The match will be played at New York-New Jersey Stadium, FIFA’s tournament name for MetLife Stadium.

What time do World Cup games start?Kickoff times vary by date, host city and round. Because the tournament is being played across multiple time zones in the United States, Canada and Mexico, fans should check the official match schedule for start times in their local time zone.

Is the United States playing in the 2026 World Cup?Yes. The United States automatically qualified for the 2026 World Cup as one of the three host nations, along with Canada and Mexico.