The 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially 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 four matches, headlined by Germany and the Netherlands in action. Let’s preview today’s World Cup matches with the top players, biggest storylines, and betting odds to know. 

 

Today’s FIFA World Cup Schedule 6/20

We have four World Cup matches today as the group stage continues. The games span both Group E and Group F. Check out the World Cup schedule today before you enjoy the matches. 

  • Netherlands vs. Sweden – 1 pm ET on FOX 
  • Germany vs. Ivory Coast – 4 pm ET on FOX 
  • Ecuador vs. Curacao – 8 pm ET on FS1
  • Tunisia vs. Japan – 12 am ET on FS1

 

 

 

Best World Cup Match To Watch Today

We should see a pair of easy wins for Germany and Ecuador in today’s World Cup matches. Japan should also take care of business. That brings us to the Netherlands vs. Sweden. This should be a highly competitive match in Group F with plenty at stake. 

Sweden currently tops the group after its 5-1 win over Tunisia in the first match. The Netherlands, meanwhile, tied with Japan last weekend. Since the latter is expected to win today, the pressure is on the Dutch to keep pace. A victory today would be huge for advancement. However, a loss or even a draw would mean the Netherlands is in danger of getting knocked out early. 

 

Top Players To Watch in Today’s Matches

The World Cup matches today feature several top players worth watching. Germany’s roster is loaded with top-tier talent. Star forward Kai Havertz scored a pair of goals in the opener, and he’s fully capable of doing it again today. Joshua Kimmich had two assists in that 7-1 win as he headlines the German midfield. Jamal Musiala, Leroy Sane, and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer are other names to watch. 

Elsewhere in today’s World Cup matches, Enner Valencia anchors the Ecuador attack. There are a ton of potential goal-scorers and playmaking attackers in the Netherlands vs. Sweden matchup. Memphis Depay, Cody Gakpo, and Donyell Malen lead the Dutch forward group. Meanwhile, Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres can be difference-makers for Sweden. 

 

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. Ecuador finds itself in a must-win scenario against Curacao. After losing to Ivory Coast in its opener, Ecuador needs a positive result today to make up ground. It will face Germany next, which will likely be a loss, so gaining 3 points is crucial in an easy matchup. 

The other match in that group features Germany vs. Ivory Coast. The Germans made a statement in their first game with a 7-1 trouncing of Curacao. Of course, it was against a soft opponent. Still, scoring 7 goals is something no other World Cup team has done thus far. Can Germany pile in the goals again? 

In the other World Cup matches today, Sweden enters with plenty of hype after its 5-1 victory over Tunisia last weekend. Can the Swedes maintain the top spot in the group with another win against the Netherlands? Or will the Dutch grab the 3 points to vastly improve their chances of advancing? 

 

 

 

World Cup Odds Today at DraftKings 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. 

Netherlands vs. Sweden

  • Moneyline: Netherlands -135 | Draw +310 | Sweden +360
  • Total Goals: Over 2.5 (-150) | Under 2.5 (+120)

Germany vs. Ivory Coast

  • Moneyline: Germany -190 | Draw +370 | Ivory Coast +475
  • Total Goals: Over 2.5 (-175) | Under 2.5 (+140)

Ecuador vs. Curacao 

  • Moneyline: Ecuador -800 | Draw +850 | Curacao +2200
  • Total Goals: Over 3.5 (+140) | Under 3.5 (-170)

Tunisia vs. Japan

  • Moneyline: Tunisia +500 | Draw +300 | Japan -170
  • Total Goals: Over 2.5 (+115) | Under 2.5 (-140)

 

What Today’s Matches Mean For The Tournament

The World Cup matches today carry plenty of weight for the tournament overall. A win and three points for any team can be critical towards advancing past the group stages. That makes the Netherlands vs. Sweden matchup a massive one for both sides. If Sweden can emerge victorious, it will punch its ticket to the knockout rounds. Conversely, if the Dutch win, they would greatly improve their chances of moving on. 

Germany unsurprisingly won its first match. Yet, Ivory Coast also earned a win in its opener over Ecuador. That means both teams are tied atop the Group E standings. It also means that if either team wins today’s match, it would lock up first place in the group. 

Meanwhile, the outright loser of Ecuador vs. Curacao would presumably be eliminated from contention. It’s projected to be Curacao as a large underdog. A win for Ecuador keeps it fully alive to finish second in the group, though.