2026 World Cup Semifinal Schedule in Korea Time: France vs. Spain at 4 a.m. on 15
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals in North America will take place at 4 a.m. Korea time on July 15 and 16.
As of 2:54 a.m. on 2026-07-15, the first match has not yet started. France and Spain will face each other in about an hour, while England and Argentina will compete for a place in the final the following day.
Both semifinal matches kick off at 4 a.m. Korea time. Only the dates differ: July 15 and 16.
2026 World Cup Semifinal Matchups and Korea Time
| Match | Korea Time | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| France vs. Spain | July 15, Wednesday, 4 a.m. | Dallas Stadium |
| England vs. Argentina | July 16, Thursday, 4 a.m. | Atlanta Stadium |
France advanced to the semifinals after defeating Morocco, while Spain secured its place by beating Belgium. On the other side of the bracket, England and Argentina will compete for a ticket to the final.
Once the first semifinal concludes, the first finalist will be confirmed. The final matchup will be determined after the second semifinal is completed.
Where Can You Watch the World Cup Semifinals?
In South Korea, viewers can watch the matches on TV through KBS2 and JTBC. Check the broadcasters' schedules shortly before kickoff to confirm when coverage begins.
Online viewing is available through Naver CHZZK's World Cup page. However, for semifinal matches that do not involve the South Korean national team, video quality and viewing options vary depending on the user's subscription status.
CHZZK users without a subscription can access matches involving countries other than South Korea only in audio mode, rather than through video. Watching all matches in high-definition video requires a Naver Plus Membership or CHZZK Cheat Key subscription.
World Cup broadcasts are not supported on the CHZZK TV app. If you plan to watch online, you must use the CHZZK mobile app or a PC. For viewing on a larger screen, tuning in to the KBS2 or JTBC TV channel is a straightforward option.
What to Check Before Watching the Early-Morning Matches
Connecting at around 3:50 a.m., approximately 10 minutes before kickoff, gives you time to check for schedule changes or login problems.
When watching on TV, you can choose your preferred commentary team between KBS2 and JTBC. On mobile devices or PCs, it is best to check your CHZZK login status and whether your membership benefits are active beforehand.
If playback does not work, try using the CHZZK app instead of a mobile web browser. On a PC, another option is to launch the latest version of a supported browser, such as Chrome, Edge, or Whale.
When Will the World Cup Final Take Place?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final in North America will take place at New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States on July 19 local time. Because of the time difference, viewers in South Korea will watch it the following day, on July 20, Monday, at 4 a.m..
Match schedules and broadcast programming may change due to circumstances at the venue or decisions by broadcasters. Viewers should therefore check FIFA's official schedule and the domestic broadcasters' programming guides again shortly before watching.
The matchups, kickoff times, and venues in this article were cross-checked against FIFA's official schedule. Domestic TV coverage was cross-checked against the official World Cup schedules provided by KBS and CHZZK. CHZZK+4FIFA+4FIFA+4
The information about CHZZK's high-definition viewing requirements, audio-only access for non-subscribers, and lack of support for the TV app is based on Naver Customer Center's official 2026 World Cup guidance. Naver Customer Center