The action on Saturday opens at 12:00 pm ET with Spain facing Cabo Verde, a match that will mark the World Cup debut of Lamine Yamal. The young star’s first appearance is one of the day’s biggest talking points as the tournament schedule begins to unfold.
Later, Belgium meets Egypt at 3:00 pm ET in one of the most attractive games in Group G. Mohamed Salah’s presence gives that matchup extra weight, while Uruguay starts its tournament path against Saudi Arabia at 6:00 p.m. ET in Miami.
Four Matches, Four Different Storylines
The day closes at 9:00 pm ET with Iran against New Zealand. Iran arrives after overcoming last-minute visa difficulties tied to the conflict in the Middle East, adding another layer of context to a busy opening day.
Fans following the tournament can track minute-by-minute updates, results, goals, lineups, and the latest World Cup news throughout the day. www.telemundo.com is also carrying live coverage of every FIFA World Cup 2026 match through Telemundo, Peacock, and Fox.