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England vs Ghana kickoff time in India
The England vs Ghana match kicks off at 1:30 AM IST on Wed, Jun 24, 2026. Played at Gillette Stadium, Boston.
Overnight kickoff in India. Dedicated fans only, or catch the highlights.
Where to watch in India
Primary FIFA World Cup 2026 rights holders for India:
- Unite8 Sports 1 / Unite8 Sports 1 HD (Hindi)tv
Zee's new Hindi-language sports channel, launched specifically for the World Cup 2026 rollout. Confirmed as Zee's primary live broadcast home for the tournament alongside Unite8 Sports 2.
- Unite8 Sports 2 / Unite8 Sports 2 HD (English)tv
Zee's English-language sports channel. Carries World Cup 2026 live broadcasts for English-language viewers. Part of Zee's four-channel Unite8 Sports portfolio under the new FIFA partnership.
- ZEE5streaming
Zee's OTT streaming platform carries all 104 World Cup 2026 matches live as part of the eight-year FIFA media rights deal. Subscription details and pricing tiers are being announced separately by Zee ahead of the June 11 kickoff.
Other options: FIFA+.
Full India viewing guide →About this match
England vs Ghana is the 69th fixture of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and a group stage match in Group L. The game is played at Gillette Stadium in Boston, with a local kickoff of 4:00 PM. For viewers in India, that translates to 1:30 AM IST on Wed, Jun 24, 2026.
England enters the tournament with a FIFA ranking of 4, while Ghana is ranked 73. All times converted from venue local time to IST. East-coast venues (New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Miami) and Mexico City venues produce the most India-friendly kickoff windows. West-coast venues (Los Angeles, Seattle, San Francisco, Vancouver) push into the early-morning IST window. Plan your viewing around the 9:30 PM IST slot when possible.
Frequently asked questions
What time does England vs Ghana kick off in India?
England vs Ghana kicks off at 1:30 AM IST on Wed, Jun 24, 2026 in India. The match is played at Gillette Stadium in Boston (local kickoff 4:00 PM).
Where can I watch England vs Ghana live in India?
In India, Unite8 Sports 1 / Unite8 Sports 1 HD (Hindi) and Unite8 Sports 2 / Unite8 Sports 2 HD (English) and ZEE5 hold the primary FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast rights. Zee's new Hindi-language sports channel, launched specifically for the World Cup 2026 rollout. Confirmed as Zee's primary live broadcast home for the tournament alongside Unite8 Sports 2. Check our India viewing guide for the latest streaming and TV options.
What stage of the tournament is England vs Ghana?
This is a group stage match in Group L, the 69th match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across 16 venues in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Is the kickoff time good for India viewers?
Overnight kickoff in India. Dedicated fans only, or catch the highlights. For full IST/local kickoff conversions across all 104 matches, see our complete schedule page.
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