Coronation Street and Emmerdale have been cancelled tonight as ITV broadcasts the FIFA World Cup 2026. England face Croatia in their opening game, with coverage starting at 8pm live from the Dallas Stadium in Texas and kick-off at 9pm on ITV1.
Soap Schedule Disrupted
This cancellation affects both soaps, which have faced a disjointed schedule over the past two weeks due to football. Wednesday and Thursday also see no episodes, with Switzerland vs Bosnia airing at 8pm on Thursday from the Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood.
Earlier this week, both soaps aired one-hour episodes instead of the usual half-hour to compensate for missing time. Viewers can expect a return to normal on Friday.
Friday's Episodes
Emmerdale returns on Friday at 8pm, followed by Coronation Street at 8.30pm. In Emmerdale, Vinny surprises Lewis with a trip to Madeira, but Lewis's anxiety causes him to pull out. After encouragement from Ross, he decides to go, but as he rushes to catch a taxi, a van screeches to a halt nearby.
In Coronation Street, recent events unsettle Debbie at the hotel, Betsy tells Carla and Lisa about her decision to study in London, Sam asks to see Roy, and Maria doubts Gary's motive for booking a family holiday.
Full Schedule This Week
- Monday: Emmerdale 8pm-9pm, Coronation Street 9pm-10pm
- Tuesday: Emmerdale 8pm-9pm, Coronation Street 9pm-10pm
- Wednesday: No episodes
- Thursday: No episodes
- Friday: Emmerdale 8pm-8.30pm, Coronation Street 8.30pm-9pm
Coronation Street and Emmerdale air on ITV1 and ITVX.
