🇳🇱 How to watch Netherlands at the 2026 World Cup in Spanish
Netherlands reach the 2026 World Cup through UEFA and have been drawn into Group F alongside Japan, Sweden and Tunisia. Netherlands have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.
How to watch in Spanish
To watch Netherlands in Spanish in the United States, the simplest free option is Telemundo, which broadcasts over the air and reaches the large majority of US Hispanic households at no cost.
Universo carries additional Spanish-language coverage on cable, and Peacock streams the matches in Spanish for viewers who prefer to watch on a phone, tablet or smart TV. If you only want the biggest games, free over-the-air Telemundo is usually enough; if you want every match in Spanish, Peacock is the most complete option.
How to watch Netherlands without cable
You do not need cable to follow Netherlands. Stream their matches in Spanish on Peacock, which runs on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, phones and smart TVs, or watch the biggest games free over the air on Telemundo with a digital antenna.
Live-TV services like Fubo, DirecTV Stream and Sling also carry Telemundo and Universo over the internet, with no cable contract.
Most of these streaming apps offer a free trial, and a digital antenna is a one-time purchase, so you can follow Netherlands in Spanish without committing to a monthly cable bill, and switch between the free over-the-air signal and streaming depending on the match.
Netherlands's road to the World Cup
The Netherlands arrives as one of Europe's strongest sides with a balanced, high-quality squad. Netherlands reach the 2026 World Cup through UEFA and have landed in Group F alongside Japan, Sweden and Tunisia, where the group path will decide how far they go.
Netherlands key players
- Virgil van Dijk — Centre back and captain, undisputed leader of the defence
- Frenkie de Jong — Barcelona midfielder providing control and tempo in midfield
- Cody Gakpo — Liverpool attacker with goals and attacking versatility
- Memphis Depay — Experienced forward and a goalscoring reference
Netherlands fixtures
In the group stage, Netherlands play three matches, each available in Spanish. On Sunday Jun 14, Netherlands face Japan at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. On Saturday Jun 20, Netherlands face Sweden at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX. On Thursday Jun 25, Netherlands face Tunisia at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO.
Every match is on Telemundo or Universo on TV and on Peacock for streaming, so you can follow Netherlands in Spanish whichever way you watch.
| US EasternET · UTC-4· Your time zone | 4:00 PMJun 14 |
| Mexico / Central AmericaCT · UTC-6 | 2:00 PMJun 14 |
| Argentina / Uruguay / ChileART · UTC-3 | 5:00 PMJun 14 |
| Colombia / Peru / EcuadorCOT · UTC-5 | 3:00 PMJun 14 |
| US PacificPT · UTC-7 | 1:00 PMJun 14 |
| SpainCEST · UTC+2 | 10:00 PMJun 14 |
| US EasternET · UTC-4· Your time zone | 1:00 PMJun 20 |
| Mexico / Central AmericaCT · UTC-6 | 11:00 AMJun 20 |
| Argentina / Uruguay / ChileART · UTC-3 | 2:00 PMJun 20 |
| Colombia / Peru / EcuadorCOT · UTC-5 | 12:00 PMJun 20 |
| US PacificPT · UTC-7 | 10:00 AMJun 20 |
| SpainCEST · UTC+2 | 7:00 PMJun 20 |
| US EasternET · UTC-4· Your time zone | 7:00 PMJun 25 |
| Mexico / Central AmericaCT · UTC-6 | 5:00 PMJun 25 |
| Argentina / Uruguay / ChileART · UTC-3 | 8:00 PMJun 25 |
| Colombia / Peru / EcuadorCOT · UTC-5 | 6:00 PMJun 25 |
| US PacificPT · UTC-7 | 4:00 PMJun 25 |
| SpainCEST · UTC+2 | 1:00 AMJun 26 |
What to expect from Netherlands
It is a favourite in Group F and aims to go far in the tournament. Possession-based style with build-up from the back and highly technical players.
Advancing from the group
Netherlands need a top-two finish in Group F to advance automatically. In the 48-team format, the eight best third-placed teams across the 12 groups also reach the Round of 32, so even a third-place finish can be enough with the right goal difference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Netherlands in Spanish?+
Every Netherlands match is on Peacock in Spanish, with Telemundo (free over the air) or Universo carrying the games on TV.
Is Netherlands free to watch in Spanish?+
When Netherlands is on Telemundo over the air, yes, it is free with an antenna. Peacock and Universo are paid options that also stream it in Spanish.
What group is Netherlands in?+
Netherlands is in Group F, alongside Japan, Sweden and Tunisia.
When does Netherlands play next?+
Netherlands's next match kicks off on Jun 14 (US Eastern). See the fixtures above for all kickoff times.
How many matches does Netherlands play in the group stage?+
Three group-stage matches; the top two of the group and the eight best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32.
What time does Netherlands play today?+
If Netherlands have a match today, the kickoff times in every time zone are in the fixtures table above; the page rolls forward to their next match automatically.
What channel is Netherlands on in Spanish?+
On TV, Telemundo or Universo; for streaming, Peacock, all with Spanish-language commentary.
How can I watch Netherlands without cable?+
Stream the matches on Peacock, or use Telemundo's free over-the-air signal with a digital antenna. No cable subscription is required.
Mariana Delgado is a bilingual football writer based in Los Angeles. She covers where and how to watch soccer in Spanish in the US, with a focus on the World Cup, Liga MX and Europe's top leagues, helping fans never miss their team.
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