World Cup Games Today: Kickoff Times, TV Channels & Must-Watch Matchups You Can’t Miss

Soccer fans, clear your calendars—three knockout clashes headline today’s World Cup schedule, and each one carries its own drama, star power and must-watch story line. Today’s World Cup games and kick-off times (Wednesday, July 1) • 12:00 p.m. ET / 9:00 a.m. PT – England vs Congo DR, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta • 4:00 p.m. ET / 1:00 p.m. PT – Belgium vs Senegal, Lumen Field, Seattle • 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT – United States vs Bosnia-Herzegovina, Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara How to watch the World Cup games today • United States: Fox Sports (English) and Telemundo (Spanish) carry all three matches live, with streams on the Fox Sports app, Peacock and authenticated cable services. • Canada: TSN and RDS provide English- and French-language coverage. • U.K.: ITV and BBC share rights—check local listings as coverage alternates by slot. Match previews at a glance England vs Congo DR: The Three Lions enter the Round of 32 boasting one of the tournament’s stingiest defenses, but Congolese skipper Chancel Mbemba has anchored a side that thrives on transition. Expect Harry Kane to test Congo’s high line early, while Yoane Wissa and Théo Bongonda look to punish any English slip in midfield. Belgium vs Senegal: Kevin De Bruyne’s orchestration meets the Lions of Teranga’s trademark pace and physicality. Senegal’s strike duo of Sadio Mané and Nicolas Jackson will try to isolate Belgium’s full-backs, whereas Romelu Lukaku targets aerial supremacy against Kalidou Koulibaly. USA vs Bosnia-Herzegovina: A primetime showdown on American soil wraps up the day. Christian Pulisic leads a U.S. squad buzzing after topping its group, but Miralem Pjanić’s set-piece mastery gives Bosnia a real upset shot under the Santa Clara lights. Why these World Cup matches matter • All three fixtures are single-elimination; winners advance to the Round of 16, losers head home. • England and Belgium are looking to erase painful exits from Qatar 2022, while Congo DR and Senegal aim to extend historic runs. • The U.S. men’s national team hasn’t reached a World Cup quarter-final since 2002—victory tonight would bring that dream one step closer. Key players to watch today • Harry Kane (England) – Already chasing the Golden Boot. • Chancel Mbemba (Congo DR) – Defensive leader and set-piece threat. • Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium) – Pulls every midfield string. • Sadio Mané (Senegal) – Five goals in the group stage underline his form. • Christian Pulisic (USA) – Captain America thrives in knockout football. • Miralem Pjanić (Bosnia-Herzegovina) – Dead-ball wizard who can change a match in seconds. Quick betting nuggets • England are favored at –250 on most U.S. books; Congo DR sit around +700. • Belgium vs Senegal is the tightest money-line of the day—Red Devils –110, Senegal +260. • Over/Under 2.5 goals is even money for USA vs Bosnia, reflecting contrasting styles. Fast facts for searchers • Keyword tip: “World Cup games today” spikes 8 a.m.–noon local; check listings early. • Stadium weather: Atlanta and Seattle forecast mild showers; Santa Clara clear skies, 72 °F. • Next TV window: Winners return to action July 4–7 in the Round of 16. Stay tuned here for live updates, match highlights and post-game analysis as today’s World Cup action unfolds.