Everything you need for Sweden vs Tunisia Live is right here — kick-off time, where to stream in your country, a full match preview, and our Group F prediction for this crucial opening clash in Monterrey.
Match Details Snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Sweden vs Tunisia |
| Date | Sunday, June 14 / Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| Kick-off (ET) | 10:00 PM ET |
| Kick-off (GMT) | 03:00 AM GMT |
| Kick-off (BST) | 03:00 AM BST |
| Kick-off (Sweden Local) | 04:00 AM CEST |
| Kick-off (Tunisia Local) | 04:00 AM CET |
| Venue | Estadio BBVA, Guadalupe / Monterrey, Mexico |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 — Group F |
How to Watch Sweden vs Tunisia Live Stream Online
USA — Fox Sports / FS1 & Peacock
- Open the Fox Sports app or visit foxsports.com.
- Sign in with your TV provider credentials, or subscribe to a streaming bundle that includes FS1 (e.g., YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo).
- Navigate to the FIFA World Cup section and find Sweden vs Tunisia at 10:00 PM ET.
- For Spanish-language coverage, switch to Telemundo or stream on Peacock.
Canada — TSN / CTV / Bell Media
- Visit tsn.ca or download the TSN app and log in with your Bell Media or cable provider account.
- Alternatively, a TSN Direct subscription gives you access without a traditional TV package.
- CTV is showing selected matches free-to-air — check ctv.ca for the live schedule.
- Kick-off is 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT — set a reminder so you don’t miss the first whistle.
UK — BBC / ITV (Free-to-Air)
- Check BBC iPlayer (bbc.co.uk/iplayer) or ITVX (itvx.com) for live streaming — both are free with a valid TV licence.
- BBC One and ITV1 are sharing World Cup broadcast rights; check your TV guide or the Sports Mole schedule for which channel carries this specific match.
- Both apps are available on smart TVs, phones, tablets, and games consoles — no subscription required beyond the licence fee.
- Kick-off is 03:00 AM BST, so late-night viewing or the catch-up replay is your best bet.
Australia — SBS
- Visit sbs.com.au or download the SBS On Demand app — all 104 World Cup matches are free on SBS.
- Create a free SBS account if prompted; no paid subscription is required.
- Navigate to the 2026 FIFA World Cup section and find the Sweden vs Tunisia listing.
- Kick-off is 12:00 PM AEST on Monday, June 15 — a much more sociable time for Australian fans.
Sweden — SVT / TV4
- Visit svtplay.se or tv4play.se — both broadcasters share Swedish World Cup rights and stream free.
- No subscription is required for SVT Play; TV4 Play may require a free account.
- Search for “VM 2026” or navigate directly to the live match on June 15 at 04:00 AM CEST.
- Both apps are available on smart TVs, phones, and tablets across Sweden.
Tunisia — Wataniya TV / Al Wataniya
- Visit wataniya.tn or search for the official Wataniya TV streaming platform.
- Tunisian state broadcaster Al Wataniya holds free-to-air rights for the national team’s matches.
- Kick-off is 04:00 AM CET on June 15 — set an alarm or record the match for later.
- BeIN Sports also carries World Cup coverage across the MENA region with a paid subscription.
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Which TV Channels Will Broadcast Sweden vs Tunisia?
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Kick-off Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|
| USA | FS1 (Fox Sports 1), Telemundo | 10:00 PM ET |
| Canada | TSN, CTV | 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT |
| UK | BBC One / ITV1 (TBC) + iPlayer / ITVX | 03:00 AM BST |
| Australia | SBS (Free-to-air) | 12:00 PM AEST |
| Sweden | SVT / TV4 | 04:00 AM CEST |
| Tunisia | Al Wataniya / beIN Sports MENA | 04:00 AM CET |
In the UK, BBC and ITV are both free-to-air, making this one of the most accessible World Cups in British broadcasting history.
In the USA, FS1 is a pay-TV channel available through most cable and streaming bundles, while Telemundo provides free over-the-air Spanish coverage.
Australia’s SBS is the standout deal globally — every match, free, with a civilised daytime kick-off for this fixture.
Match Preview
Sweden arrive in Monterrey as a squad transformed — Graham Potter’s attacking-minded Blågult boast Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres among the most feared striking partnerships in the tournament, and a positive result here is vital for their Group F ambitions against the Netherlands and Japan.
Tunisia, meanwhile, head into their seventh World Cup on the back of a flawless CAF qualifying campaign — nine wins, one draw, zero losses, and not a single goal conceded — making them the most resolute defensive unit in African football.
Tactically, Sweden will look to dominate possession and press high with Dejan Kulusevski and Lucas Bergvall threading passes into Isak and Gyökeres, exploiting the channels behind Tunisia’s compact back line.
The Eagles of Carthage, coached by Sabri Lamouchi, will sit in a disciplined mid-block and rely on the energy of Hannibal Mejbri and captain Ellyes Skhiri to win the ball back quickly and transition at pace.
Squad news for both sides remains subject to fitness confirmation closer to kick-off; neither team reported major injuries heading into the tournament, though the 10pm ET start in the Monterrey heat could be a levelling factor for the more physically robust Tunisian unit.
Sweden Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Robin Olsen | Aston Villa |
| 2 | GK | Viktor Johansson | Middlesbrough |
| 3 | GK | Leopold Wahlstedt | FC Dallas |
| 4 | DEF | Isak Hien | Atalanta |
| 5 | DEF | Carl Starfelt | Celtic |
| 6 | DEF | Emil Krafth | Newcastle United |
| 7 | DEF | Gabriel Gudmundsson | Lille |
| 8 | DEF | Ludwig Augustinsson | Werder Bremen |
| 9 | DEF | Linus Wahlqvist | NEC Nijmegen |
| 10 | DEF | Samuel Dahl | Stade Rennais |
| 11 | DEF | Herman Johansson | IFK Göteborg |
| 12 | MID | Dejan Kulusevski | Tottenham Hotspur |
| 13 | MID | Lucas Bergvall | Tottenham Hotspur |
| 14 | MID | Hugo Larsson | Eintracht Frankfurt |
| 15 | MID | Mattias Svanberg | Wolfsburg |
| 16 | MID | Jens Cajuste | Brentford |
| 17 | MID | Anton Salétros | Hammarby |
| 18 | MID | Sebastian Nanasi | Besiktas |
| 19 | MID | Yasin Ayari | Brighton & Hove Albion |
| 20 | MID | Williot Swedberg | Celta Vigo |
| 21 | FWD | Alexander Isak | Newcastle United |
| 22 | FWD | Viktor Gyökeres | Sporting CP |
| 23 | FWD | Anthony Elanga | Nottingham Forest |
| 24 | FWD | Gustaf Nilsson | Cercle Brugge |
| 25 | FWD | Roony Bardghji | FC Copenhagen |
| 26 | FWD | Jesper Karlsson | Bologna |
Key Players to Watch
- Viktor Gyökeres: The Sporting CP striker delivered a hat-trick in Sweden’s World Cup playoff semi-final against Ukraine and enters this tournament as arguably the most in-form centre-forward in the squad — defenders ignore him at their peril.
- Alexander Isak: Sweden’s captain and ice-cool finisher at Newcastle United, Isak provides the technical quality and movement to pull any defensive line apart, making him the focal point of Potter’s attack.
- Dejan Kulusevski: The Tottenham winger is Sweden’s creative heartbeat — his ability to drive forward, pick a pass, and score from range gives the Blågult an extra dimension that Tunisia will struggle to contain.
Tunisia Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Aymen Dahman | CS Sfaxien |
| 2 | GK | Sabri Ben Hessen | Étoile du Sahel |
| 3 | GK | Abdelmouhib Chamakh | Club Africain |
| 4 | DEF | Montassar Talbi | Lorient |
| 5 | DEF | Dylan Bronn | Servette |
| 6 | DEF | Omar Rekik | NK Maribor |
| 7 | DEF | Yan Valery | Young Boys |
| 8 | DEF | Ali Abdi | OGC Nice |
| 9 | DEF | Moutaz Neffati | IFK Norrköping |
| 10 | DEF | Raed Chikhaoui | US Monastir |
| 11 | DEF | Adem Arous | Kasımpaşa |
| 12 | DEF | Mohamed Amine Ben Hamida | Espérance de Tunis |
| 13 | MID | Ellyes Skhiri (C) | Eintracht Frankfurt |
| 14 | MID | Hannibal Mejbri | Burnley |
| 15 | MID | Anis Ben Slimane | Norwich City |
| 16 | MID | Rani Khedira | Union Berlin |
| 17 | MID | Mohamed Hadj-Mahmoud | FC Lugano |
| 18 | MID | Ismaël Gharbi | FC Augsburg |
| 19 | MID | Mortadha Ben Ouanes | Kasımpaşa |
| 20 | FWD | Elias Saad | Hannover 96 |
| 21 | FWD | Khalil Ayari | Paris Saint-Germain |
| 22 | FWD | Elias Achouri | FC Copenhagen |
| 23 | FWD | Sebastian Tounekti | Celtic |
| 24 | FWD | Hazem Mastouri | Dynamo Makhachkala |
| 25 | FWD | Firas Chaouat | Club Africain |
| 26 | FWD | Rayan Elloumi | Vancouver Whitecaps |
Key Players to Watch
- Ellyes Skhiri: Tunisia’s captain and undisputed leader, the Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder controls the Eagles’ rhythm with his ball-winning ability, tactical intelligence, and long-range shooting — Sweden will need to keep him quiet.
- Hannibal Mejbri: The Burnley midfielder brings Premier League pace and intensity to Tunisia’s press; his partnership with Skhiri has made the Eagles one of the hardest teams to beat in African football.
- Khalil Ayari: The PSG youngster is Tunisia’s most dangerous creative threat — his directness and technical quality in tight spaces could cause real problems for Sweden’s high defensive line.
Upcoming Match Schedule
Sweden — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 14, 2026 | Tunisia | Group F, Match 1 | Estadio BBVA | 10:00 PM |
| June 20, 2026 | Netherlands | Group F, Match 2 | NRG Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| June 25, 2026 | Japan | Group F, Match 3 | AT&T Stadium | 7:00 PM |
Tunisia — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 14, 2026 | Sweden | Group F, Match 1 | Estadio BBVA | 10:00 PM |
| June 20, 2026 | Japan | Group F, Match 2 | Estadio BBVA | 12:00 AM |
| June 25, 2026 | Netherlands | Group F, Match 3 | Arrowhead Stadium | 7:00 PM |
Sweden vs Tunisia Prediction
Sweden hold the clear edge on paper — a world-class front two in Gyökeres and Isak, Premier League pedigree throughout the squad, and the tactical sophistication of Graham Potter’s system should be too much for Tunisia in an open Group F opener.
That said, Tunisia’s defensive record in qualifying — zero goals conceded across ten matches — warns against underestimating Lamouchi’s well-drilled unit.
We expect Sweden to edge a tightly contested affair, with Gyökeres or Isak finding the decisive moment to break Tunisian resistance — predicted score: Sweden 2–0 Tunisia.
Football, of course, is the only sport where a flawless defensive campaign meets an unstoppable attacking force and somehow still produces a shock result.
FAQs
What time does Sweden vs Tunisia kick off?
Sweden vs Tunisia kicks off at 10:00 PM ET on Sunday, June 14 (03:00 AM GMT / BST on Monday, June 15). Check your local broadcaster’s listings to confirm any last-minute changes.
Where can I watch Sweden vs Tunisia live?
US fans can watch on FS1 and Telemundo, UK viewers get it free on BBC or ITV, Australians can stream it free on SBS, and fans in Canada can tune into TSN or CTV. Swedish fans should check SVT or TV4, while Tunisian viewers can watch on Al Wataniya.
What is the head-to-head record between Sweden and Tunisia?
Sweden and Tunisia have met only once before at a World Cup — at the 1978 tournament in Argentina, where Sweden won 1–0. The overall historical record is slim, making this a genuine unknown at international level.
Who is the key player to watch in Sweden vs Tunisia?
Viktor Gyökeres is the standout name — the Sporting CP striker arrives in red-hot form following his hat-trick in Sweden’s World Cup playoff semi-final and will be determined to announce himself on the global stage with a memorable opener.
Who will win Sweden vs Tunisia?
Sweden are the clear favourites given their attacking firepower and higher FIFA ranking, and most analysts expect them to claim all three points. Tunisia’s defensive solidity could keep it close, but the quality of Gyökeres and Isak is likely to prove the difference in Group F.
