Portugal v Croatia: Kick-off Time & TV Channel
TL;DR — the quick answers
- Result
- Portugal 2–1 Croatia — full time
- Kick-off
- BST · Friday 3 July 2026
- UK TV channel
- BBC One
- Live stream (free)
- BBC iPlayer
- In 4K?
- Yes — BBC iPlayer UHD
Portugal v Croatia is on BBC One, kick-off 00:00 UK time on Friday 3 July 2026. Stream it free on BBC iPlayer.
📺 Available in 4K: this BBC match may be shown in 4K UHD on BBC iPlayer — but only on supported devices.
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- Match
Portugal v Croatia 
- Competition
- 2026 FIFA World Cup · Round of 32
- Date
- Friday 3 July 2026
- Kick-off (UK)
- BST
- TV channel
- BBC One
- Free stream
- BBC iPlayer
How to watch Portugal v Croatia
The match is free-to-air on BBC One, streaming free on BBC iPlayer (a valid UK TV Licence is required to watch live).
This is a BBC match, so it may also be available in 4K UHD on BBC iPlayer on supported hardware. See our guide to watching the World Cup in 4K — including why Apple TV and Chromecast won't play iPlayer 4K.
Portugal v Croatia: your questions
What channel is Portugal v Croatia on?
Portugal v Croatia is live on BBC One, streamed free on BBC iPlayer.
What time does Portugal v Croatia kick off?
Kick-off is 00:00 UK time (BST) on Friday 3 July 2026.
How can I watch Portugal v Croatia online for free?
Stream it free on BBC iPlayer, provided you have a valid UK TV Licence.
Is Portugal v Croatia on in 4K?
Yes — this is a BBC match, available in 4K UHD on BBC iPlayer on supported devices. See our 4K viewing guide (Apple TV and Chromecast can't do iPlayer 4K).