FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 5 Schedule: Watch former world champions Spain and Uruguay in action as they kick-start their campaign; how to watch live streaming in US and Canada - Check kick-off time and venues

FIFA World Cup Day 5: As the action and thrill of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 continues, matchday 5 also promises to bring a bunch of excitement for soccer fans with compelling games lined up. The fifth day of the coveted tournament will see several heavyweight teams beginning their campaigns and a World Cup debutant aiming to make history.

The day's action gets underway in Atlanta, where Spain will open its World Cup campaign against Cabo Verde in a Group H clash. The 2010 world champions and reigning European titleholders enter the tournament among the favorites to lift the trophy and will be expected to secure all three points against the World Cup newcomers.

Elsewhere in Group H, Uruguay begins its quest for a third world title when it takes the field under veteran coach Marcelo Bielsa. The two-time champions, who lifted the World Cup in 1930 and 1950, will be eager to avoid an early stumble reminiscent of neighboring Argentina's shock opening defeat to Saudi Arabia at the 2022 tournament.


The focus then shifts to the U.S. West Coast for a pair of Group G encounters. In Los Angeles, Iran and New Zealand meet in what could prove to be a pivotal matchup in the race to advance to the knockout stage. Later, Seattle hosts one of the day's marquee contests as Belgium takes on Egypt, with both sides looking to make a strong statement in their tournament opener.

With traditional contenders, former champions, and ambitious underdogs all in action, Matchday 5 promises another intriguing chapter in a World Cup that is being staged across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

FIFA World Cup Day 5 Fixtures: Kickoff Time

• Group H: Watch Spain vs Cape Verde - (12 p.m. ET)
• Group G: Watch Belgium vs Egypt — (3 p.m. ET)
• Group H: Watch Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay — (6 p.m. ET)
• Group G: Watch Iran vs New Zealand — (9 p.m. ET)

How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live in US

Channels: FOX, Fox Sports 1, Telemundo, Universo, Fubo, YT TV and Hulu
Streaming: Fox One, Peacock, DirecTV, Fubo

How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live in Canada

Channels/Streaming: TSN, CTV and RDS