When is England Playing Next? Vs New Zealand, 6 June 2026

If you’ve been hunting for a clear answer on when England is playing next, you’re in the right place. The men’s senior team has a packed schedule ahead, starting with a pair of summer friendlies before World Cup action gets underway. Below is everything confirmed so far — dates, kickoff times, venues, and which channels will carry the games.

Next match: England v New Zealand, 6 June 2026 · Competition: International Friendly · TV: ITV1, STV, ITVX, STV Player (UK) · World Cup Group: L

When is England playing next in World Cup 2026?

England’s World Cup 2026 campaign begins on Wednesday 17 June 2026 against Croatia in Group L, according to ESPN’s fixture list. The match kicks off at 21:00 BST, with both BBC and ITV set to broadcast it in the UK per Live Football On TV.

World Cup Group L fixtures

The complete Group L schedule shows all three matches with confirmed broadcast arrangements.

England’s group finale against Panama takes place on 27 June at MetLife Stadium, per the official England fixture list. The 22:00 BST kickoff reflects the time difference for the New Jersey venue.

England’s pre-World Cup friendlies

Before the World Cup begins, England has two friendlies lined up in early June 2026. The first is against New Zealand on Saturday 6 June 2026 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. Kickoff is set for 21:00 BST.

Match details

• England vs New Zealand: Saturday 6 June 2026 at Raymond James Stadium, Tampa (England Football Official)
• England vs Costa Rica: Wednesday 10 June 2026 in an international friendly (England Football Official)

Kick-off times

Both friendlies kick off at 21:00 BST, according to Live Football On TV. These evening kickoffs are designed to accommodate US television audiences for the matches being played in North America ahead of the World Cup.

The scheduling gives England manager Lee Carsley a short window to prepare his squad before World Cup group action begins on 17 June.

England vs New Zealand on TV: which channel?

The England vs New Zealand friendly on 6 June 2026 will be broadcast on ITV1, STV, ITVX, and STV Player in the UK, per Live Football On TV. Streaming is available through ITVX and STV Player for viewers who prefer to watch online.

TV broadcasters

The broadcast landscape covers both terrestrial and streaming options across the two friendly matches.

The World Cup fixtures will be shared between BBC and ITV, following their usual arrangement for major tournament games. In the United States, FOX holds the rights to World Cup matches, according to ESPN’s coverage.

Live streaming options

• ITVX for ITV’s live coverage
• STV Player for Scottish viewers
• BBC iPlayer for World Cup games on BBC
• ITV X for World Cup games on ITV

What time is England v Andorra today?

As of May 2026, England has no scheduled fixture against Andorra. The men’s senior team is focused on the June friendlies against New Zealand and Costa Rica, followed by World Cup Group L matches. Any future fixture against Andorra would require confirmation from England Football Official.

What channel is football on tonight in England?

No England men’s senior match is scheduled for tonight. The next confirmed fixture is England vs New Zealand on Saturday 6 June 2026, broadcast on ITV1, STV, ITVX, and STV Player per Live Football On TV. For other football tonight, check Sky Sports or the relevant league schedules.

Where can I watch the England game today?

There is no England men’s senior game today. When the New Zealand friendly airs on 6 June 2026, UK viewers can watch on ITV1 or stream via ITVX. Scottish viewers have access through STV and STV Player. Live Football On TV provides the most current broadcast listings.

Have England qualified for the World Cup 2026?

England has been drawn into Group L for the FIFA World Cup 2026 alongside Croatia, Ghana, and Panama. The draws are confirmed, but qualification depends on World Cup qualification processes. The men’s team is scheduled to begin their group campaign against Croatia on 17 June 2026, per ESPN’s fixture list.

What time is England kick-off today on TV?

No England match is scheduled for today. The next kickoff is England vs New Zealand at 21:00 BST on Saturday 6 June 2026. Check Live Football On TV for the most up-to-date broadcast times and channels.

“The draw has given us an exciting but challenging group. Croatia is a proven World Cup performer, Ghana has historical pedigree, and Panama will bring their own strengths. We know what to expect and we’re preparing accordingly.”

— England team management via England Football Official

“BBC and ITV have a strong track record of covering these major tournaments. Having both broadcasters for England games gives viewers maximum flexibility to watch whichever channel suits them best.”

— Broadcast industry analyst via Live Football On TV