How to Watch Spain vs. Austria: Live Stream, TV Channel, and Kickoff Time for World Cup Round of 32
The European champions Spain face off against a determined Austria in the Round of 32. Spain topped Group H but showed inconsistency—starting with a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, then a commanding 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia, and finally a tight 1-0 victory versus Uruguay. Mikel Oyarzabal has scored twice for La Roja, with Lamine Yamal contributing one goal. Spain's aim is to progress beyond the Round of 16, having been eliminated at that stage in the last two tournaments.
Austria advanced from Group J as runners-up after an intense 3-3 draw with Algeria, where Sasa Kalajdzic scored in stoppage time to secure their place. This marks Austria's return to the World Cup after last appearing in 1998, with their best finishes historically being fourth place in 1934 and third in 1954. Marko Arnautovic leads their attack with two goals, supported by midfielders Konrad Laimer and Marcel Sabitzer.
Where to Watch Spain vs. Austria
In the United States, the match will be televised on FOX. For streaming, options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, allowing viewers to stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 other channels without cable.
Match Details and Kickoff Time
The game kicks off on Thursday, July 2, at 3 p.m. Eastern Time at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Here are the start times across US time zones:
Other Matches on July 2 and 3
- July 2: Portugal vs. Croatia (7 p.m.)
- July 2: Switzerland vs. Algeria (11 p.m.)
- July 3: Australia vs. Egypt (2 p.m.)
- July 3: Argentina vs. Cape Verde (6 p.m.)
- July 3: Colombia vs. Ghana (9:30 p.m.)
About the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and takes place across three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It features an expanded roster of 48 teams competing across 16 host cities in North America.
The US cities hosting games include Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Seattle. Canadian venues are Toronto and Vancouver, while Mexican matches occur in Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.
The 48 participating teams range from traditional powerhouses like Brazil, Germany, and Spain to emerging nations such as Cape Verde and Uzbekistan. A total of 104 matches will be played during the competition, encompassing group stages and knockout rounds.
Streaming and Broadcast Info for the 2026 World Cup
Matches in the US will air on FOX and FS1 for English-language coverage, both accessible via fubo for those without cable subscriptions. Spanish-language broadcasts will be available on Telemundo and Universo, with streaming through Peacock and DIRECTV.
Final Match Details
The final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New York-New Jersey.
