France vs Senegal stream and TV schedule, FIFA World Cup 2026
France vs Senegal TV schedule is set for Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at New York New Jersey Stadium. The FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match kicks off at 3:00 PM ET, with FOX covering U.S. English viewers, M6 and beIN Sports handling France, and New World TV leading the main Senegal route.
| Match | France vs Senegal |
| Date | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| Kick Off (ET) | 3:00 PM ET |
| Kick Off (BST) | 8:00 PM BST |
| Venue | New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, USA |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 – Group I – Match 17 |
| France | M6 / beIN Sports |
| Senegal | New World TV / RTS / SuperSport |
| USA | FOX / Telemundo |
| Global Stream | FIFA+ – select territories |
- France vs Senegal is Match 17 in Group I at FIFA World Cup 2026.
- Kickoff is 3:00 PM ET, 12:00 PM PT, 8:00 PM BST, 9:00 PM in Paris, and 7:00 PM in Dakar.
- FOX and FOX One handle the main U.S. English route.
- M6 and beIN Sports give France the official local setup.
- New World TV remains the official rights anchor for Senegal’s wider territory route.
- New York New Jersey Stadium hosts the match with a FIFA capacity of 78,576.
What Channel Is France vs Senegal on?
France vs Senegal World Cup 2026 channel coverage starts with FOX and Telemundo in the United States. M6 and beIN Sports handle France, while Senegal viewers should check New World TV first and then local RTS or SuperSport listings close to kickoff.
| Country / Region | TV Channel | Live Stream | Free? |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX | FOX One / FOX Sports App | Yes on FOX TV; paid or authenticated stream |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo | Peacock / Telemundo App | Yes on Telemundo TV; paid or authenticated stream |
| United Kingdom | BBC / ITV | BBC iPlayer / ITVX | Yes |
| France | M6 / beIN Sports | M6+ / beIN CONNECT | Free on M6 allocation; paid full package |
| Senegal | New World TV / RTS / SuperSport | New World TV app / DStv Stream where available | Varies by listing |
| Canada | TSN / RDS | TSN App / Crave | Paid / package |
| Australia | SBS | SBS On Demand | Yes |
| Germany | ARD / ZDF | ARD Mediathek / ZDFmediathek | Yes |
| India | Zee India / Unite8 Sports | ZEE5 | Paid / package |
| Pakistan | tapmad | tapmad App / Web | Paid / package |
| Middle East | beIN Sports | beIN CONNECT / TOD | No |
| Rest of World | FIFA+ | FIFA+ App / Web | Select territories |
The France squad and fixtures explain why the opener matters. The France national football team open their group against a disciplined African side before the schedule stretches further. A controlled win would settle the France national football team before the rest of Group I tightens.
The Senegal squad and fixtures matter because the Senegal national football team rarely arrive as passive outsiders. The Senegal national football team have enough pace, pressing, and tournament belief to turn an open match into a dangerous test for France.
What Time Is France vs Senegal Kick Off?
France vs Senegal kickoff time is 3:00 PM ET on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. The official match slot converts to noon in Los Angeles, 8:00 PM in London, 9:00 PM in Paris, and 7:00 PM in Dakar.
| City | Country | Time Zone | Kick Off Time | Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | USA | ET (UTC-4) | 3:00 PM | Tuesday, June 16 |
| Los Angeles | USA | PT (UTC-7) | 12:00 PM | Tuesday, June 16 |
| Toronto | Canada | ET (UTC-4) | 3:00 PM | Tuesday, June 16 |
| London | UK | BST (UTC+1) | 8:00 PM | Tuesday, June 16 |
| Paris | France | CEST (UTC+2) | 9:00 PM | Tuesday, June 16 |
| Dakar | Senegal | GMT (UTC+0) | 7:00 PM | Tuesday, June 16 |
| Doha | Qatar | AST (UTC+3) | 10:00 PM | Tuesday, June 16 |
| Karachi | Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | 12:00 AM | Wednesday, June 17 |
| New Delhi | India | IST (UTC+5:30) | 12:30 AM | Wednesday, June 17 |
| Dhaka | Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | 1:00 AM | Wednesday, June 17 |
| Tokyo | Japan | JST (UTC+9) | 4:00 AM | Wednesday, June 17 |
| Sydney | Australia | AEST (UTC+10) | 5:00 AM | Wednesday, June 17 |
The timing suits both main home markets. France gets a prime-time evening start, while Senegal stays inside a strong local evening slot without the overnight drag many later matches create.
New York New Jersey local time stays the anchor for every conversion. That afternoon U.S. window also helps broadcasters reach North America, Europe, and West Africa without forcing extreme local hours.
How to Watch France vs Senegal Live Online Free
France vs Senegal live stream options are legal through official broadcasters only. Free access depends on the country, the broadcaster, and the final channel split. The France vs Senegal live stream page helps with match-specific app planning before kickoff.
- Choose your country first, then use the broadcaster listed for that territory.
- In the USA, use FOX or Telemundo on TV, or use FOX One, FOX Sports App, Peacock, and Telemundo App online.
- In France, check whether M6 carries the match free, then keep beIN CONNECT ready as the full-package fallback.
- In Senegal, check New World TV first, then confirm whether RTS or SuperSport carries the local presentation.
- In the UK, check whether the game lands with BBC or ITV, then open BBC iPlayer or ITVX before kickoff.
- In India, use ZEE5 and confirm the Unite8 Sports TV package before the 12:30 AM IST kickoff.
- In Pakistan, use tapmad before the 12:00 AM PKT kickoff.
- Check FIFA+ only if your territory lists live match access because local exclusive rights can block FIFA+ live coverage.
A free live stream is available where the match sits on M6 in France, and the UK also keeps a free route through the BBC or ITV split. Senegal viewers should still confirm the final local listing because regional sublicensing can change the presentation.
The strongest setup is practical rather than rushed. Test the app, the login, and the casting route before lineups drop because high-demand afternoon matches can expose weak logins and overloaded devices.
Where Is France vs Senegal Being Played?
France vs Senegal is being played at New York New Jersey Stadium, also known locally as MetLife Stadium, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. FIFA uses New York New Jersey Stadium as the tournament name, while local venue coverage still uses MetLife Stadium. The venue hosts eight FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in total.
| Stadium | New York New Jersey Stadium / MetLife Stadium |
| City | East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA |
| Kick Off | 3:00 PM ET |
| Capacity | 78,576 |
| Opened | 2010 |
| Primary Tenant | New York Giants / New York Jets |
| Host City | Eight-match FIFA World Cup 2026 venue |
The New York New Jersey Stadium match venue matters because this building carries one of the biggest tournament calendars in the United States. An opener in a final-host venue gives the broadcast a larger stage than a routine group match.
The crowd should feel broad and mixed because France travel well and Senegal can draw regional support from the wider Northeast corridor. That blend can make the match feel heavier than a standard opening group fixture.
France vs Senegal – Match Preview
France vs Senegal opens Group I for both teams. The France national football team come in as the more decorated side, yet the Senegal national football team have enough athletic edge and defensive confidence to make the opener uncomfortable.
The France national football team should want possession, width, and quicker final-third combinations. That matters because the France national football team can control the match only if they stop Senegal from turning it into a transition game.
The Senegal national football team should value compact distances, direct carries, and pressure on France’s midfield exits. If the Senegal national football team force turnovers and keep the score level into the final half hour, the pressure moves straight back onto France.
The wider group stakes sharpen the opener. France need a stable start to justify favorite status, while Senegal know one strong result can reframe the whole section before the second round of fixtures in FIFA World Cup 2026. That is why this match already feels bigger than a routine first outing in FIFA World Cup 2026.
France vs Senegal World Cup 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
What time is France vs Senegal kick off?
France vs Senegal kicks off at 3:00 PM ET on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. It is 12:00 PM in Los Angeles, 8:00 PM in London, 9:00 PM in Paris, and 7:00 PM in Dakar.
What channel is France vs Senegal on in the USA?
France vs Senegal is on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish in the USA. FOX One, FOX Sports App, Peacock, and Telemundo App provide legal streaming routes.
Can I watch France vs Senegal for free?
Yes, free legal access exists in selected countries. M6 gives France a free route when the match is on its allocation, and the UK also gets a free route through the BBC or ITV split.
Where is France vs Senegal being played?
France vs Senegal is being played at New York New Jersey Stadium, known locally as MetLife Stadium, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. FIFA lists it as Group I Match 17 with a 3:00 PM local kickoff on Tuesday, June 16.
What channel shows France vs Senegal in France?
France viewers should check M6 and beIN Sports for France vs Senegal, with M6+ and beIN CONNECT handling the main streaming routes around kickoff.
France vs Senegal TV schedule is now set across the main confirmed legal broadcasters, and the opener gives Group I an immediate test of control and belief.
Check your channel and app before kickoff because France, Senegal, the UK, and South Asia all land in different viewing windows.
FWCTimes will update the FIFA World Cup 2026 match TV details if any broadcaster changes the assignment.
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