3 critical matches to be played today in the World Cup

As part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the round of 32 matches, which will begin this evening and continue until the morning of July 3, will keep football enthusiasts glued to their screens. The three critical matches on the schedule mean that the winners will secure their place in the round of 16.

OPENING MATCH OF THE DAY: SPAIN - AUSTRIA

In the first match, Spain and Austria will face off on Thursday evening, July 2. This important match, which will be held at SoFi Stadium, will start at 22:00 Turkish time. The match will be broadcast live on TRT 1, which sports fans can watch free-to-air.

PORTUGAL AND CROATIA TO FACE OFF

The second match of the night will be played between Portugal and Croatia in the early hours of Friday, July 3. The kickoff time for this clash at BMO Field has been announced as 02:00. This match will also be broadcast live on TRT 1.

SWITZERLAND AND ALGERIA ON THE PITCH FOR A ROUND OF 16 TICKET

In the early morning hours, Switzerland and Algeria will face off at BC Place stadium. This match, which is the final encounter of the round of 32, will begin at 06:00 on Friday, July 3, and can be watched free-to-air on TRT 1.

News Source: 12punto