Saturday, June 20, 2026
Kickoff 12:00 AM ET (10:00 PM CST) at Estadio BBVA, Monterrey
Tunisia vs Japan - Saturday, June 20, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 36
Sat, Jun 20
Date
12:00 AM
Kickoff (ET)
Group Stage
Round
F
Group
Where to watch Tunisia vs Japan
All countries →Official rights-holders by country. Streaming-only services and free-to-air channels are tagged.
- FOX(TV, English, FOX + FS1)
- Telemundo(TV, Spanish, Telemundo + Universo)
- Peacock(stream, Spanish, all 104 matches)
- FOX Sports App(stream, English, FOX live stream)
- BBC(TV, Free-to-air, BBC One/Two)
- BBC iPlayer(stream, Free)
- ITV(TV, Free-to-air, ITV1)
- ITVX(stream, Free)
- SBS(TV, Free-to-air)
- SBS On Demand(stream, Free)
- TF1(TV, Free-to-air)
- beIN Sports(TV, Premium)
- La 1 (RTVE)(TV, Free-to-air)
- RTVE Play(stream, Free)
- TV Pública(TV, Free-to-air)
- DSports(TV, Premium)
- Telefe(TV, Selected matches)
- KBS / MBC / SBS(TV, Pool coverage)
- Coupang Play(stream, Streaming)
Rights and channel assignments verified ahead of the tournament. Live channel for FOX (US English) and Telemundo (US Spanish) splits between primary and secondary networks per match . check the rights-holder's schedule on match day for the exact channel.
Match-day essentials - Estadio BBVA
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Small bags only - max ~30×20×10 cm. FIFA-specific policy TBA.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cards widely accepted. Bring 500-1000 Mexican pesos cash for small vendors.
Best way to get there
Uber / DiDi (most common)
MX$300-500 (~$15-25) from central Monterrey. 35-55 min depending on traffic.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. Monterrey heat in June/July (90-100°F / 32-38°C) is dry but intense - hydrate.
Venue
Monterrey - 53,460 capacity - Open roof
Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Monterrey is consistently ranked among the most beautiful stadiums in the Americas. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Cerro de la Silla mountain - a UNESCO-listed natural landmark - the 2015-built ground combines modern architecture with one of the most spectacular natural settings of any football venue on Earth.
Address
Av. Pablo Livas, El Barrial, 67250 Guadalupe, Nuevo León, Mexico
About This Match
Tunisia face Japan in the Group Stage of Group F on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Tunisia are ranked #46 in the world and managed by Faouzi Benzarti; Japan sit at #18 under Hajime Moriyasu. The match kicks off at 22:00 local time at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey.
Tunisia
Tunisia are Africa's most experienced World Cup nation by appearances, making their sixth tournament appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Eagles of Carthage have historically been a tough-to-beat, organised side that causes opponents problems but has never managed to advance beyond the group stage in five previous attempts. Coach Faouzi Benzarti has veterans like Wahbi Khazri and Youssef Msakni alongside the promising Manchester United-linked Hannibal Mejbri. Group F against the Netherlands, Japan, and Sweden represents their toughest group in World Cup history - but progress from the group stage would be a landmark moment for Tunisian football.
Read Tunisia preview →Japan
Japan arrive at World Cup 2026 as Asia's form team, having won every match in their final Asian qualification round and consistently punching above their weight on the global stage. The Blue Samurai, under the experienced Hajime Moriyasu, famously beat both Germany and Spain at Qatar 2022 in what was one of the tournament's most shocking upsets. Group F places Japan alongside the Netherlands, Tunisia, and Sweden - a group where they can legitimately challenge for a top-two finish. With Premier League regulars like Kaoru Mitoma and Wataru Endo complementing domestic J-League stars, Japan's technical quality continues to grow with each World Cup cycle.
Read Japan preview →Recent Form
Last results for Tunisia and Japan in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Tunisia
LL- Jun 6at Belgium0-5
- Jun 1at Austria0-1
Japan
W- May 31vs Iceland1-0
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. Japan are the market favourite to win Group F.
Tunisia
Japan
Champion outright: 1.4%
Where to Watch Tunisia vs Japan
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Tunisia vs Japan - FAQ
When is Tunisia vs Japan in the 2026 World Cup?+
Tunisia vs Japan is on Saturday, June 20, 2026 with kickoff at 22:00 local time at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey.
Where is Tunisia vs Japan being played?+
The match is at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey. Capacity 53,460, Open roof.
What round is Tunisia vs Japan?+
It's a Group Stage (Group F) match - match number 36 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to Estadio BBVA for Tunisia vs Japan?+
Uber / DiDi (most common): MX$300-500 (~$15-25) from central Monterrey. 35-55 min depending on traffic.
What time should I arrive at Estadio BBVA?+
Arrive 90-120 min early. Monterrey heat in June/July (90-100°F / 32-38°C) is dry but intense - hydrate.
What is Tunisia's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Tunisia is ranked #46 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Faouzi Benzarti. Their best World Cup result is Group Stage.
What is Japan's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Japan is ranked #18 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Hajime Moriyasu. Their best World Cup result is Round of 16.