Portugal vs DR Congo: Live Stream, TV Channel, and Kickoff Time for World Cup Group K Match

Where to Watch Portugal vs DR Congo

The showdown between Portugal and DR Congo takes place at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, on Wednesday. Portugal is marking its ninth World Cup appearance, while DR Congo returns after a long absence since their only previous tournament in 1974.

This match is part of Group K, where two teams aim for deep runs in the tournament and two others hope to make an impact. For Portugal and Colombia, anything less than advancing from the group would be disappointing. Meanwhile, Uzbekistan and DR Congo, with limited World Cup history, will look to surprise and celebrate any positive outcomes.

Broadcast Details

• TV Channel: Fox
• Live Stream: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app/website

In the United States, Fox holds the national broadcast rights for this match. The easiest way to watch live is through the streaming service fubo, which offers a free trial for new users. This platform includes access to ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and more than 100 other channels without needing cable.

Try fubo free for live coverage of Portugal vs DR Congo and other World Cup matches.

Kickoff Time

The game kicks off on Wednesday, June 17, at 1 p.m. Eastern Time at NRG Stadium.

Here’s how kickoff times convert across North America:

World Cup Schedule Highlights

Matches on Wednesday, June 17 (all times Eastern):

• Austria vs Jordan – 12 a.m.
• Portugal vs DR Congo – 1 p.m.
• England vs Croatia – 4 p.m.
• Ghana vs Panama – 7 p.m.
• Uzbekistan vs Colombia – 10 p.m.

Thursday, June 18 features games like Czechia vs South Africa at noon and Mexico vs South Korea at 9 p.m.

2026 FIFA World Cup Overview

The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 and will be the first held in three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches will unfold across 16 host cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, and Mexico City.

The tournament expands to 48 teams, up from 32 in previous editions. This means more matches and a broader global representation.

The participating teams range widely, featuring countries such as Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, DR Congo, England, Japan, Mexico, Portugal, and the United States among others.

There will be 104 matches including group stages, knockouts, and the final, which is set for Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.

Streaming and Broadcast Info

For those without cable, fubo streams English-language matches through FOX and FS1. Spanish coverage airs on Telemundo and Universo, available on DIRECTV and Peacock.

Kickoff times vary by location and match day, so checking local schedules is advised.

Host Nation Participation

The United States, Canada, and Mexico automatically qualified as hosts. Fans can expect strong support for these teams throughout the event.