Telemundo Continues Comprehensive Coverage of the First FIFA World Cup 2026™ Knockout Stage Beginning June 28
MIAMI, FL – June 28, 2026 – Following record-setting audiences and unprecedented coverage throughout the Group Stage, Telemundo’s exclusive Spanish-language presentation of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ continues with the Round of 32 beginning June 28. Fans can watch every knockout match live in Spanish across Telemundo, Peacock and the Telemundo App as the world’s biggest sporting event enters its first decisive phase where 32 nations will battle for a coveted spot in the round of 16.
As the road to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final intensifies, Telemundo’s award-winning team of commentators, analysts, hosts and reporters will continue delivering comprehensive coverage from across the United States, Mexico and Canada. Led by legendary voices Andrés Cantor, Luis Omar Tapia and José Luis López Salido, the network’s coverage features World Cup champions, former national team captains and international stars, including Dunga, Batistuta, Andrés Guardado, Carlos Salcido, Jozy Altidore, Alejandro Bedoya, and many more, providing expert analysis and unmatched perspective throughout the knockout rounds.
On Tuesday, June 30, Mexico challenges Ecuador in a fight to move on to the next stage. Telemundo Deportes’ team of pitch host Miguel Gurwitz, narrator José Luis López Salido, analyst Jorge Calvo, and experts Andrés Guardado, Carlos Salcido and Antonio Valencia, are supported by hosts from the stadiums platform and outside positions as well as Telemundo’s Zocalo set in Mexico to highlight all the festivities in and around the highly anticipated matchup.
Then Wednesday, July 1, the USMNT takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina from San Francisco Stadium. Commentary is led by Andrés Cantor with analysis by Omar Zeron joined by USMNT legends Jozy Altidore and Alejandro Bedoya. Adriana Monsalve and Alejandro Berry host from the stadium as fans gather to support their national team and cheer them into the next phase.
Visual assets, including images and videos, are available at: https://publicity.gettyimages.com/telemundo/fifa26.
How To Stream the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 32
As the streaming home of Telemundo, Peacock will continue delivering every FIFA World Cup 2026™ match live in Spanish, enhanced by Dolby Atmos® immersive sound and Peacock’s interactive viewing features. Fans can access the Spanish-language World Cup Hub, featuring live matches, highlights and tournament coverage, alongside fan-favorite features including Visión de Campo, Catch Up with Key Plays, Can’t Miss Highlights, Live Picks and Trivia, providing an enhanced viewing experience throughout the knockout stage.
Who Is Commentating FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 32 on Telemundo and Peacock
| DATE | TIME (ET) | MATCH | COMMENTARY TEAM |
| Sun., June 28 | 3:00 PM | South Africa vs Canada | José Luis Lopez Salido, Jorge Calvo, Andrés Guardado, Carlos Salcido, Miguel Gurwitz, Cindy Imperial, Jaime Herrera, Carlota Vizmanos |
| Mon., June 29 | 1:00 PM | Brazil vs. Japan | Luis Omar Tapia, Diego Balado, Dunga, Diego Lugano, Carmen Boquin, Enzo Olivera, Rodrigo Camacho, Martín Vázquez, Carlota Vizmanos |
| 4:30 PM | Germany vs. Paraguay | Copan Alvarez, Pepe Del Bosque, Roque Santa Cruz, Frederick Oldenburg, Stephanie Chaverri, Martin Vazquez, Carlota Vizmanos | |
| 9:00 PM | Netherlands vs. Morocco | Andrés Cantor, Omar Zeron, Nuno Gomes, Carlos Pavón, Jesús Barrón, Jaime Herrera, Lindsay Casinelli | |
| Tue., June 30 | 1:00 PM | Ivory Coast vs. Norway | Alejandro Figueredo, Jaime Macías, Julio César Dely Valdes, Toni Cherchi, Verónica Brunati, Martin Vásquez, Carlota Vizmanos |
| 5:00 PM | France vs. Sweden | Jose Bauz, Daniel Angulo, Iván Ramiro Córdoba, Diana Rincon, Antonella González, Jaime Herrera, Lindsay Casinelli |
|
| 9:00 PM | Mexico vs Ecuador | José Luis Lopez Salido, Jorge Calvo, Andrés Guardado, Carlos Salcido, Antonio Valencia, Miguel Gurwitz, Jaime Herrera, Verónica Rodríguez, Diego Arrioja, Carlos Yustis, Arantza Fernández | |
| Wed. July 1 | 12:00 PM | England vs DR Congo | Luis Omar Tapia, Diego Balado, Carmen Boquin, Pablo Aguabella, Martín Vázquez, Lindsay Casinelli |
| 4:00 PM | Belgium vs. Senegal | Copan Alvarez, Pepe Del Bosque, Carlos Pavón, Toni Cherchi, Julián González, Jaime Herrera | |
| 8:00 PM | USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina | Andrés Cantor, Omar Zeron, Jozy Altidore, Alejandro Bedoya, Adriana Monsalve, Alejandro Berry, Manu Sánchez, Jaime Herrera, Lindsay Casinelli | |
| Thurs., July 2 | 3:00 PM | Spain vs. Austria | Luis Omar Tapia, Diego Balado, Guti, Carmen Boquin, Eugenia Karolyi |
| 7:00 PM | Croatia vs Portugal | Jose Luis Lopez Salido, Jorge Calvo, Nuno Gomes, Miguel Gurwitz, Gio Del Fa | |
| 11:00 PM | Switzerland vs. Algeria | Alejandro Figueredo, Jaime Macías, Frederik Oldenburg, Javier Tabarez | |
| Fri., July 3 | 2:00 PM | Australia vs Egypt | TBC |
| 6:00 PM | Argentina vs. Cabo Verde | TBC | |
| 9:30 PM | Colombia vs. Ghana | TBC |
###
About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 96% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 94 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, and top-rated live specials such as the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Miss Universe, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Live TV in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Media Contacts:
Melissa Lopez, melissa.lopez1@nbcuni.com, 786-889-3914
Sofia Peñas, sofia.penas@nbcuni.com, 645-236-0053
