Tunisia vs Japan: How to watch, Live Stream, TV Channel and Time for a 2026 World Cup match on June 21, 2026

Tunisia will face Japan at the Estadio Monterrey for Matchday 2 of FIFA World Cup group stage. After drawing with the Netherlands, Japan is looking for its first win against Tunisia, who are seeking to recover from their 5-1 defeat against Sweden. Here you can find how to watch this game live in the USA.

By Leonardo Herrera

June 20, 2026 08:00PM EDT

**© Francois Nel/Getty Images**Ayase Ueda of Japan

Match Summary
Match	Tunisia vs Japan
Tournament	2026 World Cup
Date	Sunday, June 21, 2026
Time	12:00 AM (ET) / 9:00 PM (PT)
TV Channels	FS1, Telemundo
Live Stream	Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, Peacock Premium

How to watch Tunisia vs Japan in the USA

Viewers across the United States will be able to watch this highly awaited contest live on FS1 and Telemundo through traditional TV coverage.

The match will also be available on Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, and Peacock Premium. Don’t miss this exciting clash.

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Viewers across the U.S. can stream this marquee matchup live on Fubo or DirecTV Stream, with both platforms currently providing a complimentary five-day trial for qualifying new users.

Available nationwide through either streaming option, the broadcast delivers every moment of the contest live, from the first whistle to the final seconds.

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Match Preview: What’s at stake?

Both teams enter this matchup in need of a result, but Japan carries the momentum after battling to a 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in its tournament opener.

The Japanese showed resilience by overcoming two separate deficits to earn a valuable point and now have their sights set on a first victory. Tunisia, meanwhile, is looking to recover from a difficult start after a 5-1 loss to Swedenled to a coaching change.

With a new manager taking charge, the North Africans will try to turn the page and deliver a much stronger performance in a pivotal contest for both sides.

Hannibal Mejbri of Tunisia – David Ramos/Getty Images

Tunisia vs Japan: Predicted Lineups

Tunisia (4-3-3): Yehia Dahmen; Mohamed Valery, Montassar Talbi, Dylan Bronn, Ali Abdi Ben Ouanes; Ellyes Skhiri, Anis Ben Slimane, Hannibal Mejbri; Elias Achouri, Haythem Saad, Mohamed Ali Gharbi.

Japan (4-2-3-1): Zion Suzuki; Yukinari Sugawara, Kou Itakura, Hiroki Ito, Yuto Nagatomo; Kaishu Sano, Ao Tanaka; Takefusa Kubo, Daichi Kamada, Ritsu Doan; Ayase Ueda.

What time is the Tunisia vs Japan match?

The match kicks off today, June 21, at 12:00 AM (ET). For viewers in different regions of the United States, here are the local start times:

Eastern Time: 12:00 AM
Central Time: 11:00 PM
Mountain Time: 10:00 PM
Pacific Time: 9:00 PM

Leonardo Herrera

Leonardo Herrera is a multilingual journalist and writer at World Soccer Talk and Bolavip US, with over eight years of experience in the field. Specializing in a diverse array of sports, Leonardo covers soccer, basketball, combat sports, tennis, and motorsports. In his current role, he focuses on crafting engaging event previews, leveraging his language skills and extensive sports knowledge to enhance content accessibility for a global audience. His ability to communicate across languages makes him an invaluable asset in providing comprehensive and inclusive sports coverage.