Watch Portugal vs DR Congo live stream, TV channel, and kick-off time
(Houston)
The Portugal vs DR Congo live stream brings Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal into Group K at the FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA lists the fixture as Portugal vs Congo DR at Houston Stadium on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 at 17:00 UTC. That means 13:00 ET, 12:00 in Houston, 18:00 in Portugal, and 18:00 in Kinshasa.
Last reviewed: June 13, 2026. Broadcast allocations can move near kickoff, so confirm your local provider on matchday.
How can you watch Portugal vs DR Congo live?
Portugal vs DR Congo kicks off on June 17, 2026 at Houston Stadium. Use official TV channels and verified streaming apps in your country. The most important early checks are RTP and Sport TV in Portugal, New World TV in DR Congo, and FOX or Telemundo in the United States.
This guide uses confirmed tournament broadcast routes and published FWCTimes watch resources. Portugal fans can follow the wider Portugal World Cup watch guide. DR Congo fans can use the DR Congo World Cup watch guide for team-specific listings.
How to Watch Portugal vs DR Congo Live Stream in the USA
United States viewers can watch Portugal vs DR Congo through FOX coverage in English. The match sits in the 1:00 p.m. ET window on Wednesday. FOX One and FOXSports.com are the main English streaming routes.
Spanish-language coverage runs through Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock. Peacock carries the Spanish streaming package for all 104 matches. Sign in before kickoff because provider-login issues can block streams during pre-match coverage.
How to Watch in Portugal
Portugal viewers should check RTP, SIC, TVI, and Sport TV. Published Portuguese broadcast references list Portugal matches on free-to-air television, while Sport TV carries the full tournament package. The local kickoff is 18:00 WEST on Wednesday, 17 June.
RTP Play is the key free streaming route when RTP holds the match allocation. Sport TV app is the paid route for full coverage. Check the final channel listing during matchweek because free-to-air allocation can move across RTP, SIC, and TVI.
How to Watch in DR Congo and Sub-Saharan Africa
DR Congo viewers should check New World TV and local sublicense listings. FIFA says New World TV holds live coverage rights for Congo DR across TV and digital platforms in its Sub-Saharan Africa package. The match starts at 18:00 in Kinshasa and 19:00 in Lubumbashi.
SuperSport International and DStv Stream may also appear in regional packages where available. Access depends on country, subscription, and local sublicense agreements. Test the app before kickoff because regional rights can differ by territory.
How to Watch in the UK
UK viewers will get World Cup coverage through the BBC and ITV split. The final Portugal vs DR Congo allocation should be checked during tournament week. Kickoff is 18:00 BST on Wednesday, 17 June.
If the match lands on BBC, the stream will be on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport. If ITV takes the fixture, ITVX will carry the stream. Both routes are free for UK viewers with the correct access.
How to Watch in Canada
Canada viewers should check CTV, TSN, and RDS. Bell Media carries World Cup coverage in Canada. Toronto kickoff is 13:00 ET on Wednesday, 17 June.
TSN+ and CTV apps are the main digital routes where available. RDS covers French-language viewers. Confirm the final channel close to kickoff because group-stage games can move across the Bell Media package.
How to Watch in Australia
Australia viewers can watch World Cup matches through SBS and SBS On Demand. SBS holds free Australian coverage for the tournament. Portugal vs DR Congo starts at 03:00 AEST on Thursday, 18 June.
SBS On Demand is the simplest streaming route for mobile, web, and connected TV viewing. Sign in before the early-morning kickoff if your device has not used the app recently. Match replays and highlights may follow through the same platform.
Full International Broadcaster Table
The table lists the most useful official routes for Portugal vs DR Congo. Use the local broadcaster schedule before kickoff because tournament sublicensing can affect channel placement.
| Country or Region | TV Channel | Live Stream | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | RTP / SIC / TVI / Sport TV | RTP Play / Sport TV app | Free and paid routes |
| DR Congo | New World TV | New World TV platforms | Paid and sublicensed routes |
| United States | FOX / FS1 / Telemundo / Universo | FOX One / FOXSports.com / Peacock | Paid or TV login |
| United Kingdom | BBC / ITV | BBC iPlayer / ITVX | Free |
| Canada | CTV / TSN / RDS | TSN+ / CTV apps / RDS | Paid |
| Australia | SBS / SBS Viceland | SBS On Demand | Free |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | New World TV / SuperSport | DStv Stream / local apps | Varies by country |
| New Zealand | TVNZ | TVNZ+ | Free |
Official Streaming Apps
Portugal vs DR Congo streaming depends on location. RTP Play is the key free route in Portugal when RTP receives the match allocation. Sport TV app covers the paid Portugal package.
New World TV platforms are the key DR Congo route, with SuperSport and DStv Stream possible in selected regional packages. US viewers should choose FOX One, FOXSports.com, the FOX Sports App, Peacock, or a live TV streaming service carrying the right channel.
Portugal vs DR Congo Kickoff Times Worldwide
FIFA lists Portugal vs Congo DR for 17:00 UTC on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. The match is lunchtime in Houston and evening in Portugal, DR Congo, and the United Kingdom.
| Location | Local Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | 12:00 CDT | Wednesday, 17 June |
| New York | 13:00 ET | Wednesday, 17 June |
| Lisbon | 18:00 WEST | Wednesday, 17 June |
| Kinshasa | 18:00 WAT | Wednesday, 17 June |
| Lubumbashi | 19:00 CAT | Wednesday, 17 June |
| London | 18:00 BST | Wednesday, 17 June |
| Toronto | 13:00 ET | Wednesday, 17 June |
| Sydney | 03:00 AEST | Thursday, 18 June |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Portugal vs DR Congo kick off?
Portugal vs DR Congo kicks off at 13:00 ET on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. The local stadium time in Houston is 12:00 CDT.
Where can I watch Portugal vs DR Congo in Portugal?
Portuguese viewers should check RTP, SIC, TVI, and Sport TV. RTP Play and Sport TV app are the main streaming routes to verify before kickoff.
Where can I watch Portugal vs DR Congo in DR Congo?
DR Congo viewers should check New World TV and local sublicense listings. FIFA lists Congo DR inside the New World TV Sub-Saharan Africa rights package.
Can I watch Portugal vs DR Congo on Peacock?
Yes. Peacock carries Telemundo’s Spanish-language World Cup coverage in the United States. English coverage runs through FOX, FS1, FOX One, and FOXSports.com.
Which stadium hosts Portugal vs DR Congo?
FIFA lists Portugal vs Congo DR at Houston Stadium in Houston. Ticket listings also identify the venue as NRG Stadium.
Final Word
Portugal vs DR Congo should be watched through official local broadcasters because rights differ by country. RTP, SIC, TVI, and Sport TV are the key Portugal checks, while New World TV is the key DR Congo route. Confirm the final channel during matchweek and sign in early if your stream needs an account.
