After the USMNT secured a spot in the World Cup knockout round with a win over Australia, then saw its standing as Group D winners secured with 10-man Paraguay’s 1-0 win over Türkiye, the scene shifts to Group E and F as Germany and Sweden look to nail down their own spots.
Group E sees a straightforward scenario for both Germany and the Ivory Coast after both teams won their tournament openers. If Germany defeats the Ivory Coast in Toronto, it will qualify for the knockout round and would win the group with a Curaçao win or draw against Ecuador in Kansas City. Ivory Coast, meanwhile, are in the Round of 32 if it defeats Germany and wins the group if Ecuador picks up at least a point against Curaçao.
In Group F, Sweden are the only team on three points and, as such, can qualify for the final 32 with a win over the Netherlands. If the Netherlands beat Sweden, the Dutch will still have a little work to do, but the result could mean Tunisia are out with a loss to Japan.
Where to watch Netherlands vs. Sweden
Venue: NRG Stadium, Houston
Kickoff time: Saturday, June 20, 1 p.m. ET
Available TV/streaming: FOX/FOX One (English); Telemundo/Peacock (Spanish)
Where to watch Germany vs. Ivory Coast
Venue: BMO Field, Toronto
Kickoff time: Saturday, June 20, 4 p.m. ET
Available TV/streaming: FOX/FOX One (English); Telemundo/Peacock (Spanish)
Where to watch Ecuador vs. Curaçao
Venue: Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City
Kickoff time: Saturday, June 20, 4 p.m. ET
Available TV/streaming: FS1/FOX One (English); Telemundo/Peacock (Spanish)
Where to watch Tunisia vs. Japan
Venue: Estadio BBVA, Monterrey
Kickoff time: Sunday, June 21, midnight ET
Available TV/streaming: FS1/FOX One (English); Telemundo/Peacock (Spanish)
World Cup festivities are happening all across the metro Atlanta area during the tournament. Here’s a list of where to watch World Cup action, along with a map.
If you’re headed to Atlanta to see games in person, check out our World Cup guide, which gives you information on where to stay, what to do, see, and eat, along with how to get around using MARTA.
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