The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues with the knockout rounds underway! It’s time to dive into the World Cup matches today to get you ready to enjoy the tournament in all its glory. The World Cup schedule today features three Round of 32 matches, headlined by the United States vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina. Let’s preview today’s World Cup matches with the top players, biggest storylines, and betting odds to know for Wednesday, July 1st. 

Today’s FIFA World Cup Schedule 7/1

We have three matches on the World Cup schedule today as the Round of 32 rolls on. Check out the World Cup matches today before you enjoy the action:

  • England vs. DR Congo – 12 pm ET on FOX (Atlanta)
  • Belgium vs. Senegal – 4 pm ET on FS1 (Seattle)
  • United States vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina – 8 pm ET on FOX (Santa Clara)

 

 


 

Best World Cup Match To Watch Today

Today’s World Cup matches are all worth tuning into as the Round of 32 rolls on. Of course, all eyes will be on the United States’ matchup against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Plus, England’s quest for a World Cup title continues today. However, the Belgium vs. Senegal match should be the most competitive on Wednesday's schedule. 

Belgium is the slight favorite, but Senegal is very live to win as well. The odds also suggest this match might go into extra time, as the Belgians are just +120 to win in 90 minutes. We could get a tight, intense showdown with a possible late winner deciding the match. 

Senegal lost to France and Norway in its first two group-stage games, but the Africans were competitive in both losses. Then, they exploded for a 5-0 victory over Iraq to punch a ticket into the knockout rounds. Belgium, meanwhile, underwhelmed with a pair of draws in its first two matches. A 5-1 win over New Zealand then allowed the Belgians to snag Group G’s top spot. 

Top Players To Watch in Today’s Matches

The World Cup matches today feature several top players worth watching. Let’s start with the USA squad. Christian Pulisic should be back in the starting lineup after returning from injury in the last game. Folarin Balogun was the United States’ leading goalscorer in group play, and he’ll be a threat to score against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams also star in the midfield. 

Elsewhere in today’s World Cup matches, England and Belgium both boast some of the top European talent. Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham anchor the English attack, with Marcus Rashford and Bukayo Saka bolstering the offense as well. Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku lead the way for Belgium, who also rely on veteran goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. 

Meanwhile, Senegal’s attack also features some playmakers. Sadio Mane, Ismaila Sarr, and Nicolas Jackson can cause problems against any opposing defense. Then we have Yoane Wissa starring for DR Congo as a possible difference-maker on the offensive end. 

 

 


 

Biggest Storylines Heading Into Today’s Matches 

As we dive deeper into the World Cup schedule today, let’s look at some of the biggest storylines to know. The headline, of course, is the United States back in action after winning Group D. The USMNT will aim to win a knockout-round game for the first time since 2002. Can the Americans get back on track after losing to Turkiye in the last group match? 

Meanwhile, the Belgium vs. Senegal matchup carries more weight on the worldwide scale. If they survive today, the Belgians can be dark-horse contenders in the World Cup bracket. It wasn’t that long ago when they finished third in the 2018 tournament. As for the Senegalese, they’ll try to win their first knockout-round match since they reached the quarterfinals in 2002. 

World Cup Odds Today at BetMGM Sportsbook

Now that we’ve set the stage for the World Cup matches today, let’s talk betting odds. Check out how the odds and lines shake out for the World Cup schedule today, courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook. The moneyline and total goals odds are for regular time, while the odds to advance include any extra time or penalty kicks. 

England vs. DR Congo

  • Moneyline: England -350 | Draw +425 | DR Congo +1200
  • Odds To Advance: England -1100 | DR Congo +600
  • Total Goals: Over 2.5 (+100) | Under 2.5 (-125)

Belgium vs. Senegal

  • Moneyline: Belgium +115 | Draw +230 | Senegal +265
  • Odds To Advance: Belgium -175 | Senegal +135
  • Total Goals: Over 2.5 (-105) | Under 2.5 (-115)

United States vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina

  • Moneyline: USA -250 | Draw +380 | Bosnia +750
  • Odds To Advance: USA -700 | Bosnia +450
  • Total Goals: Over 2.5 (-135) | Under 2.5 (+110)

 

 

 

What Today’s Matches Mean For The Tournament

The tournament’s knockout rounds continue in the World Cup matches today. The winner of the United States vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina matchup will take on the winner of Belgium vs. Senegal. That Round of 16 match is scheduled for July 6th. The other teams in that quadrant of the World Cup bracket are Spain, Portugal, Croatia, and Austria. 

Meanwhile, the winner of England vs. DR Congo will face Mexico on July 5th in the next round. The Mexicans defeated Ecuador on Tuesday night to advance. Whichever squad wins that match would then face the winner of Brazil vs. Norway in the quarterfinals.