Sleep is overrated because this is FIFA World Cup 2026 the season. With North America playing host to this expanded 48-team festival, fans in the Middle East are tuning in for midnight games, 2 a.m. drama and 5 a.m. upsets. And as we enter the final round of group stage matches, the stakes could not be higher; qualification dreams will be fulfilled or shattered over the next 48 hours.
Full FIFA World Cup 2026 (GST): June 24 & 25
Here’s your essential watch list, adjusted for Gulf Standard Time:
June 24 (GST)
- 12:00 am – England vs Ghana (Group L, Boston)
- 3:00 am – Panama vs Croatia (Group L, Toronto)
- 6:00 AM — Colombia vs DR Congo (Group K, Guadalajara)
- 11:00 PM – Switzerland vs Canada (Group B, Vancouver)
- 11:00 PM – Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Qatar (Group B, Seattle)
June 25 (GST)
- 2:00 am – Scotland vs Brazil (Group C, Miami)
- 2:00 am – Morocco vs. Haiti (Group C, Atlanta)
- 5:00 am – Czechia vs Mexico (Group A, Mexico City)
- 5:00 am – South Africa vs South Korea (Group A, Monterrey)
Matches that you absolutely cannot miss
Let’s be honest, not all fixes are created equal. Brazil vs Scotland is the headline grabber. Brazil are finally finding their rhythm, while Scotland are fighting for survival, so you can expect chaos. Meanwhile, Morocco vs Haiti could turn into an informative game. Morocco, having come out of its recent regime, is looking to be flexible and possibly build on results. And don’t sleep on Switzerland vs. Canada, both teams are likely to finish, but chances are important. A win here could seal their playoff destiny.
A place to watch in the Middle East
For fans across the region, one name rules all: beIN Sports. The network holds exclusive rights of publicity throughout MENAairing all 104 matches live on multiple channels, including dedicated feeds in Arabic, English and French.
Streaming options
- beIN Connect: The official live streaming system for every match, including studio analysis and long-form coverage.
- TOD by beIN: The easiest, digital-first option that offers features like MultiView (great for simultaneous shots), highlights, and 4K HDR streaming.
- YouTube and FIFA+: While not full match systems in this area, they are great for highlights, behind-the-scenes content and live stats.
FIFA World Cup 2026 country by country streaming guide
Availability and prices vary slightly across the region, but here’s a quick breakdown:
- UAE and Qatar: Joint agreements with TOD and Talabat Pro open up full access to the tournament
- Saudi Arabia: Available via beIN satellite, app and TOD (availability may vary)
- Egypt: One of the cheapest places to enter via TOD packages
- Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan: beIN + TOD packages are widely available
- North Africa (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia): Full coverage of the beIN ecosystem
Wherever you are, the key advice remains the same: double-check local registration options before you start. The time zone battle is real because the matches are spread across four main windows:
- 11 PM GST
- 2 AM GST
- 5 AM GST
- Morning positions
It’s a test of patience like fandom, every goal counts, every mistake matters, and every late-night decision”watch one more game” will completely ruin your sleep. But let’s be honest, you wouldn’t have it any other way.
