England and Albania will square off on Matchday 1 of the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers. USA fans won’t want to miss this pivotal showdown, and whether you’re tuning in on TV or streaming online, we’ve got here all the essential details to get you ready for kickoff.
The race to qualify for the 2026 UEFA World Cup is heating up, and England are among the heavy favorites to secure a spot in North America. As they kick off their campaign, the English squad, led by Harry Kane, aims to dominate their group and secure automatic qualification.
A strong start is key, and defeating one of their toughest challengers in the group, Albania, would set the tone. Alongside Serbia, Albania are expected to battle for second place, which would earn them a chance in the play-in round. For Albania, a positive result against England is crucial, and they will be pushing hard to make a statement.
When will the England vs Albania match be played?
England play against Albania this Friday, March 21, for Matchday 1 of the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers. The match is set to kick off at 3:45 PM (ET).
Kristjan Asllani of Albania – Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
England vs Albania: Time by State in the USA
ET: 3:45 PM
CT: 2:45 PM
MT: 1:45 PM
PT: 12:45 PM
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How to watch England vs Albania in the USA
The UEFA World Cup Qualifiers matchup between England and Albania will be available for viewers in the USA via ViX.
