Where to watch USA vs. Switzerland live stream, TV channel, start time for 2026 World Championships hockey game

Team USA opens the defense of its IIHF World Championship title Friday with a rematch of last year's final against Switzerland. 

The American team looks quite a bit different from 2025 due to the ongoing Stanley Cup Playoffs and post-Olympics fatigue for some of the other international regulars. Coach Don Granato still has plenty of talent on hand, though, with an intriguing mix of NHL veterans like Matthew Tkachuk and Justin Faulk suiting up alongside AHL and college players. 

On the other side, the Swiss boast a solid contingent of NHL talent as well, including veteran defenseman Roman Josi and forwards Nico Hischier, Nino Niederreiter and Timo Meier. 

Last time these teams met on this stage, Tage Thompson's golden goal in overtime gave the USA a long-awaited international trophy. Who will start the 2026 tournament with a win? 

Here's everything you need to know to tune in. 

Where to watch USA vs. Switzerland hockey today

• TV channel: NHL Network
• Live stream: fubo

Friday's USA vs. Switzerland game will air live on NHL Network and can be streamed with fubo. 

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What time is USA vs. Switzerland today?

• Date: Friday, May 14
• Time: 2:20 p.m. ET

The USA vs. Switzerland game is set to begin Friday at 2:20 p.m. ET. That makes it a prime-time affair for the host nation, with the game starting at 8:20 p.m. locally from Swiss Life Arena in Zurich.

Team USA men's hockey schedule at 2026 World Championships

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