England's second World Cup 2026 match kicks off
Tuesday 23 June at 9pm BST in Boston, Massachusetts.
Following their 4-2 opening win over Croatia,
England need a result against Ghana to strengthen
their position in Group L and keep their route
to the knockout stages straightforward.
Here is exactly how to watch it.
How to Watch England vs Ghana in the UK (Free)
This match is completely free on ITV.
ITV1 — Live broadcast from 8pm BST Tuesday 23 June
ITVX — Free live stream from 8pm BST
Kick-off: 9pm BST
No subscription needed. You need a free ITVX account
to stream online. The match is also on regular ITV1
if you have a TV aerial or Freeview.
On your devices:
| Device | How to Watch |
|---|---|
| Smart TV (Samsung/LG/Sony) | Download ITVX app (free) |
| Amazon Firestick | Download ITVX app from Firestick App Store (free) |
| iPhone / iPad | Download ITVX app from App Store (free) |
| Android | Download ITVX app from Google Play (free) |
| PC / Mac | itvx.com — free account required |
England's World Cup Form
England beat Croatia 4-2 in their opening match, with
Jude Bellingham justifying his selection in an
impressive display. England's next group match after Ghana
is against Panama on Saturday 27 June.
Topping Group L is crucial for England —
if they finish second, the knockout route becomes
significantly harder.
England's Route to the World Cup Final
If England top Group L, their potential route includes:
- Round of 32 (July 1): vs Group E/H/I/J/K third-place
- Round of 16 (July 6): possible clash with Spain or Mexico
- Quarter-Final onwards: potential Brazil or Argentina ties
Every knockout match will be on BBC or ITV in the UK,
free to watch.
England vs Ghana — What You Need to Know
Ghana at World Cup 2026:
Ghana opened with a 1-0 win over Panama.
Mohammed Kudus is unavailable for Ghana
which weakens their attacking options,
though Antoine Semenyo and Inaki Williams
remain threats.
England team news:
Thomas Tuchel's squad have looked sharp in
their opener. Bellingham is the key creative
force with Kane leading the line.
Will ITVX Buffer During England's Match?
This is the most searched question for every
England World Cup match.
The honest answer: potentially, yes.
During England games, millions of UK viewers
simultaneously load ITVX. The platform has
experienced buffering during peak concurrent
viewership at previous tournaments.
If you want a backup that routes independently
of the national audience surge, Smart Live TV
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Watching England vs Ghana From Abroad
ITVX is geoblocked outside the UK. If you are
watching from France, Morocco, UAE, the USA,
or anywhere else, it will not work without a VPN.
Smart Live TV includes all ITV World Cup
matches with no geo-restriction and no VPN required.
Works from any country. From £12/month with a
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Tomorrow's Full World Cup Schedule (June 23, UK Times)
| Match | UK Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal vs Uzbekistan | 6pm BST | BBC |
| England vs Ghana | 9pm BST | ITV |
| Panama vs Croatia | midnight BST | ITV |
| Colombia vs DR Congo | 3am BST | BBC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What channel is England vs Ghana on?
ITV1 and ITVX. Free in the UK.
Kick-off is 9pm BST on Tuesday 23 June 2026.
Is England vs Ghana free to watch?
Yes. ITVX streams it free with a free account.
ITV1 is free on Freeview, Sky, and Virgin.
What time is England vs Ghana UK?
9pm BST Tuesday 23 June.
Pre-match coverage starts at 8pm BST on ITV.
Can I watch England vs Ghana on Firestick?
Yes. Download the free ITVX app from the Firestick
App Store. Create a free ITV account and stream live.
See our Firestick setup guide
for full instructions.
How can I watch England's World Cup matches
from abroad?
ITVX is blocked outside the UK. Smart Live TV
includes every England match via ITV and BBC feeds
with no VPN and no geo-block.
Works in Morocco, France, UAE, USA and worldwide.
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Who has England beaten at World Cup 2026?
England beat Croatia 4-2 in their opening Group L match
on Wednesday 17 June.