🇨🇭 Switzerland vs Canada 🇨🇦
Switzerland 2-1 Canada (full time). The match aired in Spanish in the US free on Telemundo and streamed on Peacock.
Where it aired in Spanish
The match aired in Spanish on Telemundo, free over the air, and streamed on Peacock. Each team's next game airs on the same channels.
The teams
Switzerland reach the 2026 World Cup through UEFA and have been drawn into Group B alongside Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Qatar. Switzerland have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.
Canada reach the 2026 World Cup through CONCACAF and have been drawn into Group B alongside Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar and Switzerland. As one of the three host nations, Canada play this World Cup at home, which adds pressure and a built-in crowd. Canada have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.
The venue
The match is played at BC Place in Vancouver, a 54,500-capacity venue that FIFA refers to as Vancouver Stadium during the tournament. The nearest major airport is Vancouver (YVR). FIFA enforces a clear-bag policy at every venue, so plan to travel light and arrive early to get through security.
BC Place →Frequently asked questions
How did Switzerland vs Canada end?+
Switzerland 2-1 Canada (full time).
Where can I watch Switzerland vs Canada in Spanish?+
In Spanish in the US, the match airs free over the air on Telemundo, on Universo on cable, and streams on Peacock. Telemundo is the easiest free option.
What time does Switzerland vs Canada kick off?+
Kickoff is at 1:00 PM CT, 3:00 PM ET, 4:00 PM ART (Mexico, US Eastern and Argentina times). Check the timezone table above for your exact local time.
Is Switzerland vs Canada free to watch?+
Yes, if it airs on Telemundo over the air you can watch it free with an antenna. Universo (cable) and Peacock (streaming) are paid options that also carry it in Spanish.
What channel is the match on in Spanish?+
Telemundo or Universo on TV, and Peacock for streaming, all with Spanish-language commentary.
Where is Switzerland vs Canada played?+
At BC Place in Vancouver.
Who is favourite in Switzerland vs Canada?+
Group matches are tight; see the "what to expect" section above for the head-to-head context.
Diego Salcedo is a bilingual football writer based in Houston. He breaks down matches, tactics and the talking points of every World Cup matchday, following South American and European football closely for over a decade.
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