Australia and Turkey are set to clash in the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match takes place at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada, and kicks off at 5am BST on Sunday, June 14 (9pm local time on Saturday). UK viewers can watch live on ITV1, with coverage starting at 4.30am. A high-definition live stream is available via the ITVX website and app. US viewers can tune in on Fox Sports, Telemundo, or stream via Peacock. Radio commentary will be provided by BBC 5 Live and talkSPORT.
Head-to-Head and Team News
This is the first competitive meeting between the two nations. Their only previous encounters were friendlies in May 2004, with Turkey winning both matches. Australia head coach Tony Popovic has a fully fit 26-man squad, with captain Mat Ryan and defender Harry Souttar available. Turkey manager Vincenzo Montella also has a clean bill of health, with stars like Hakan Calhanoglu and Arda Guler expected to feature.
How to Watch
UK viewers can watch on ITV1 or stream via ITVX. US viewers can watch on Fox Sports or Telemundo, or stream on Peacock. Radio coverage is on BBC 5 Live and talkSPORT.
