FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule Today (July 2): Timings in IST, Venues, Groups
Catch the FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule for July 2, featuring two crucial Last 32 encounters. Belgium face Senegal at 1:30 AM IST in Seattle Stadium, while co-hosts United States battle Bosnia-Herzegovina at 5:30 AM IST in San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. Get ready for knockout action as teams vie for a spot in the Round of 16, with full match timings.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule - July 2, 2026 (All Times in IST)
| Match | Kick-off (IST) | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium vs Senegal | Thu, Jul 2, 1:30 AM IST | Seattle Stadium, Seattle | Last 32 |
| United States vs Bosnia-Herzegovina | Thu, Jul 2, 5:30 AM IST | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara | Last 32 |
Belgium vs Senegal – Seattle Stadium, Seattle
Kicking off the day's action at 1:30 AM IST, the highly-anticipated clash between Belgium and Senegal promises a thrilling encounter at Seattle Stadium in Seattle, Washington. Belgium, having topped Group G, will be looking to leverage their star-studded lineup, including the likes of Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku, to push for a deep run in the tournament. The Red Devils have shown flashes of brilliance, particularly in their 5-1 dismantling of New Zealand in the group stage, but also faced challenges in draws against Iran (0-0) and Egypt (1-1). Senegal, the reigning African champions, enter this tie as an unpredictable force. After group stage defeats to France and Norway, they dramatically secured their spot in the Last 32 with a resounding 5-0 victory over Iraq. Led by players like Ismaila Sarr, Senegal possesses the pace and quality to upset any opponent, making this a truly captivating win-or-go-home fixture.
United States vs Bosnia-Herzegovina – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara
Later, at 5:30 AM IST, co-hosts United States will take on Bosnia-Herzegovina at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The Stars and Stripes, under Mauricio Pochettino, clinched the top spot in Group D, showcasing significant attacking verve with Christian Pulisic leading the charge. They will aim to harness their home advantage to secure passage to the Round of 16. Bosnia-Herzegovina, making their maiden appearance in the World Cup knockout stages, have already made history. Having qualified as one of the best third-ranked teams, they will be eager to extend their fairytale journey and disrupt the hosts' ambitions. The United States secured impressive victories against Paraguay (4-1) and Australia (2-0) in their group, though a rotated side fell to Türkiye (3-2) in their final group match. Bosnia-Herzegovina's path included a draw against Canada (1-1), a loss to Switzerland (4-1), and a crucial win against Qatar (3-1). This match represents a significant test for both nations, with everything on the line in front of a passionate home crowd.
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 progresses, every match becomes a do-or-die affair. Today's fixtures promise intense battles and memorable moments as teams fight for their place in the tournament's next phase, underscoring the relentless excitement of knockout football.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 01, 2026 01:51 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
