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Switzerland and Colombia are set for a thrilling Round of 16 clash after both sides put on impressive performances to advance through the Round of 32.
The Swiss comfortably blanked Algeria 2-0 behind first-half goals from Dan Ndoye and Breel Embolo, while Colombia rode a clutch 14th-minute strike from Jhon Arias to edge past Ghana 1-0.
Anchored by world-class veterans like Granit Xhaka and Manuel Akanji, Switzerland is fighting to break a decades-long barrier and reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 1954.
Meanwhile, a star-studded Colombian side featuring Luis Díaz and James Rodríguez is eager to replicate their historic 2014 quarterfinal run after bouncing back from missing the tournament entirely in 2022.
This high-stakes knockout match adds a defining chapter to their competitive history, where Switzerland holds a slight 2-1-1 all-time advantage over Colombia, including a 2-0 victory in their only prior World Cup meeting back in 1994.
Here's everything you need to know to watch the Switzerland vs. Colombia World Cup match, including where to watch on TV or live stream, what time the game starts and more.
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What time does Switzerland vs. Colombia kick off?
Switzerland vs. Colombia kicks off Tuesday, July 7, at 4 p.m. ET at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada.
Here's how that time translates across the United States time zones:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Tuesday, July 7 | 4 p.m. |
| Central Time | Tuesday, July 7 | 3 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Tuesday, July 7 | 2 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Tuesday, July 7 | 1 p.m. |
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World Cup schedule today
All times Eastern.
Tuesday, July 7
- Argentina vs. Egypt (12 p.m.)
- Switzerland vs. Colombia (4 p.m.)
MORE: Complete World Cup schedule and fixtures
2026 FIFA World Cup FAQs
When 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.

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