The Spain vs Argentina World Cup final will be shown on a bonus TV channel in the United Kingdom, as confirmed by broadcasters. The match, set to take place at the Met Life Stadium in New York, will kick off at 8pm BST on Sunday night. Both the BBC and ITV have confirmed they will air the game, alongside the third-place play-off between England and France on Saturday.
England's Bronze Match and Final Details
England, after a 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the semi-final on Wednesday, will face France in the bronze medal match on Saturday at 10pm BST. The Spain vs Argentina final follows a day later. Unlike previous matches, the final will be available on a bonus TV channel, though both BBC and ITV will provide coverage.
The BBC Sport website will offer TV and radio coverage for both matches, along with live text commentary and in-game highlights. Both games will also be available in ultra high definition (UHD), and the BBC Sport website will feature its Fifa World Cup 3D experience.
Record Viewership for England's Semi-Final
England's semi-final defeat to Argentina drew the largest live TV audience for the BBC in five years, since England's Euro 2020 final loss to Italy in 2021. Alex Kay-Jelski, BBC director of sport, commented: "Last night may not have brought the result England fans were hoping for, but it was another occasion that united millions across the UK in support of the team. Audiences came together on the BBC to witness a World Cup semi-final that captured the emotion, drama and pride that football can deliver."
He added: "Throughout this tournament, audiences have turned to the BBC not just for the live matches, but to share in the stories, the analysis and the moments that bring the nation together. The extraordinary reach of our coverage across TV, iPlayer, BBC Sounds, the BBC Sport website, app and socials, reflects the enduring power of major sporting events to create shared experiences on a remarkable scale."
