
Group F wraps up on Thursday, June 25, 2026, and Tunisia vs Netherlands is one of the most anticipated closers of Matchday 3. The Netherlands arrive needing only a point to seal first place in the group, while Tunisia are playing purely for pride after back-to-back heavy defeats. Whether you are following the Oranje or just catching a high-profile World Cup 2026 match, here is everything you need to know: kickoff time, where to watch Tunisia vs Netherlands live stream free, TV channels by country, predicted lineups, and a full venue guide.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Tunisia vs Netherlands |
| Tournament | FIFA World Cup 2026 โ Group F |
| Date | Thursday, June 25, 2026 |
| Venue | Kansas City Stadium (GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium), Kansas City, Missouri, USA |
| Kickoff | 7:00 p.m. ET | 12:00 a.m. BST (June 26) | 1:00 a.m. CEST (June 26) | 6:00 p.m. CT |
Tournament Context: World Cup 2026 Group F
Group F of the 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 14 to 25, 2026, and consists of the Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, and Tunisia. The top two teams, and potentially the third-place finisher depending on how they compare with third-placed teams across all 12 groups, will advance to the Round of 32.
Netherlands sit top of Group F with four points after two matches, while Tunisia are bottom of the group with zero points and a goal difference of -8, having lost both of their opening matches. Tunisia need a win to have any realistic chance of progressing, but even that would require other results to fall their way.
The full World Cup Group F schedule:
- June 14: Sweden vs Tunisia โ Estadio BBVA, Monterrey (10:00 p.m. ET)
- June 14: Netherlands vs Japan โ AT&T Stadium, Dallas (3:00 p.m. ET)
- June 21: Netherlands vs Sweden โ NRG Stadium, Houston (12:00 p.m. ET)
- June 21: Tunisia vs Japan โ Estadio BBVA, Monterrey (12:00 a.m. ET)
- June 25: Tunisia vs Netherlands โ Kansas City Stadium (7:00 p.m. ET)
- June 25: Japan vs Sweden โ Kansas City Stadium (7:00 p.m. ET)
The winner of Group F will advance to play the runner-up of Group C. The runner-up of Group F will advance to play the winner of Group C. With Japan and the Netherlands tied on four points heading into the final matchday, goal difference could determine which team goes through as group winners, giving the Netherlands added incentive to win here comfortably.
Tunisia vs Netherlands: Predicted Lineups
Tunisia Predicted XI
Tunisia are managed on an interim basis following the dismissal of Sabri Lamouchi after the opening defeat to Sweden. Hervรฉ Renard has stepped in to take charge. Renard is a highly experienced coach in African football and will aim to restore some shape and confidence to a side that has conceded nine goals in two games.
| Position | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| GK | Aymen Dahmen | Deportivo Alavรฉs |
| RB | Yan Valery | Nottingham Forest |
| CB | Dylan Bronn | Salernitana |
| CB | Montassar Talbi | RC Lens |
| LB | Ali Abdi | FC Nantes |
| CM | Ellyes Skhiri (c) | Eintracht Frankfurt |
| CM | Hannibal Mejbri | Burnley |
| CM | Anis Ben Slimane | Norwich City |
| RW | Elias Achouri | FC Copenhagen |
| ST | Elias Saad | Hannover 96 |
| LW | Ismaรซl Gharbi | Parma |
Netherlands Predicted XI
The Netherlands are managed by Ronald Koeman. The Dutch right-hand side has been particularly effective, with Inter Milan fullback Denzel Dumfries a constant threat with his overlapping runs and effective combination with Cody Gakpo. Memphis Depay at 109 caps is the most experienced player on the pitch and remains among the tournament’s most threatening forwards. Frenkie de Jong provides the midfield platform, and Virgil van Dijk at 92 caps anchors a defense that has been tested but not broken across the two group games.
| Position | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| GK | Bart Verbruggen | Brighton & Hove Albion |
| RB | Denzel Dumfries | Inter Milan |
| CB | Virgil van Dijk (c) | Liverpool |
| CB | Micky van de Ven | Tottenham Hotspur |
| LB | Nathan Akรฉ | Manchester City |
| CM | Ryan Gravenberch | Liverpool |
| CM | Frenkie de Jong | FC Barcelona |
| CM | Tijjani Reijnders | Manchester City |
| RW | Cody Gakpo | Liverpool |
| ST | Memphis Depay | Corinthians |
| LW | Donyell Malen | Borussia Dortmund |
Tactical Snapshot: What to Expect
The central battle to watch is the Netherlands’ attacking press against Tunisia’s attempts to hold shape. Tunisia have conceded nine goals in two World Cup matches, and their defensive structure has been regularly exposed when opponents press high and transition quickly. Netherlands, with Tijjani Reijnders and Teun Koopmeiners driving from midfield, are capable of overloading Tunisia’s central block. If Netherlands can win the ball high up the pitch and isolate Tunisia’s backline in transition, the goals market is likely to favour the over.
Tunisia’s one World Cup goal came from a set piece, suggesting open play output will remain limited. Renard may set up his side in a compact defensive shape and look to frustrate the Dutch in the hope of a counter-attacking goal, but Netherlands have the firepower to break down most defences in this tournament.
About the Venue: Kansas City Stadium
Arrowhead Stadium has been in use since the 1972 NFL season and is currently the oldest stadium in the AFC. It has a seating capacity of 76,416, making it the 25th-largest stadium in the United States. Arrowhead Stadium was chosen as one of the 16 venues that will host matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. For the tournament, the venue is officially referred to as Kansas City Stadium in line with FIFA’s branding rules, which require neutral naming to avoid conflicts with non-tournament sponsors.
Kansas City Stadium will seat 69,045 for the World Cup, more than 7,000 fewer than the stadium’s official capacity for Kansas City Chiefs games, the venue’s typical occupant. Between 2013 and 2014, the stadium broke the Guinness World Record for the loudest stadium in the world twice. The stadium will host six matches in total, including four group stage matches, one Round of 32 match, and one quarterfinal. The venue sits east of downtown Kansas City, and several express buses are planned to connect the stadium to destinations around the Kansas City area during the World Cup.
Where to Watch Tunisia vs Netherlands Live Stream
Tunisia vs Netherlands is live on BBC and BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom, with kick-off at 23:00 BST on Thursday 25 June 2026. UK viewers can stream for free via iPlayer with no subscription required.
In the United States, Tunisia vs Netherlands is broadcast on FOX Sports, with kickoff at 7:00 p.m. ET on June 25, 2026. For Spanish-language coverage, all 104 matches stream live on Peacock, with 92 matches airing on Telemundo and 12 on Universo.
In the Netherlands, Dutch public broadcaster NOS holds exclusive television rights to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The free-to-air NPO network will televise every match, primarily on NPO 1, with NOS producing its coverage. Tunisia vs Netherlands specifically will be live on NPO 1.
Free-to-air SBS is showing World Cup 2026 in its entirety in Australia, with live streaming available via SBS On Demand.
Here is how to find and watch the Tunisia vs Netherlands live stream in a few simple steps:
- Find your country’s official broadcaster using the table below
- Download or visit the broadcaster’s app or website (BBC iPlayer, FOX Sports app, SBS On Demand, NPO Start, etc.)
- Create a free account if required โ most free-to-air apps only need an email address
- Navigate to the World Cup section and find Tunisia vs Netherlands
- Log in 10 to 15 minutes before the 7:00 p.m. ET kickoff to avoid last-minute technical issues
All major broadcaster apps support iOS, Android, smart TVs, Apple TV, Fire Stick, and desktop browsers.
Best Free Viewing Options: Quick Summary
| Region | Broadcaster | Free? | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK | BBC One | ✅ Free | BBC iPlayer |
| USA | FOX (antenna/cable) | ✅ Free (antenna) | Fox Sports app (needs TV provider) |
| USA | FuboTV | 🆓 Free trial | fubo.tv |
| Netherlands | NOS / NPO 1 | ✅ Free | NPO Start / NOS app |
| Australia | SBS | ✅ Free | SBS On Demand |
| Brazil | TV Globo / CazรฉTV | ✅ Free | Globoplay / YouTube |
| Germany | ARD / ZDF | ✅ Free | ARD Mediathek / ZDFmediathek |
| France | TF1 / M6 | ✅ Free | TF1+ / 6play |
| Spain | RTVE | ✅ Free | RTVE Play |
| Belgium | Tipik / VRT 1 | ✅ Free | RTBF Auvio / VRT MAX |
| Scandinavia | NRK / SVT / DR | ✅ Free | National broadcaster apps |
| Canada | TSN | 💳 Subscription | TSN+ / TSN.ca |
| MENA / Tunisia | beIN Sports | 💳 Subscription | beIN CONNECT app |
| India | ZEE5 | 💳 Subscription | zee5.com |
| Global fallback | FIFA+ | Varies | plus.fifa.com |
Tunisia vs Netherlands is a Group F finale that carries very different stakes for each side. The Dutch arrive with confidence after a 5-1 win over Sweden and a draw with Japan, knowing a win here likely confirms top spot. Tunisia, already eliminated, will be looking to restore some pride under their new manager Hervรฉ Renard. For global viewers, the good news is that this World Cup 2026 match is widely available on free-to-air television. UK fans can watch without a subscription on BBC iPlayer, Dutch supporters get full coverage on NPO 1, and Australian viewers can stream free via SBS On Demand. In the USA, FOX Sports has the English-language broadcast. Check the table above for your region, set a reminder, and enjoy the match.








