Saudi Arabia faces Darwin Nunez's Uruguay in a crucial Group H clash at the World Cup on Monday, with United Kingdom viewers able to watch live on ITV1 and stream via ITVX
12:23, 15 Jun 2026
Darwin Nunez could be in action against Saudi Arabia
Darwin Nunez could be in action against Saudi Arabia(Image: Getty Images)
Darwin Nunez is set to make his first appearance at this year's World Cup on Monday, as Uruguay takes on Saudi Arabia.
Nunez, who has been linked with a sensational return to Liverpool, is expected to start the Group H clash. The game will take place at the Hard Rock Stadium, temporarily known as the Miami Stadium for FIFA tournament protocols. The venue is situated in Miami Gardens, Florida, and has a reputation for staging major international sporting events.
Here's everything you need to know about the World Cup game, including how to watch it in the United Kingdom and the United States.
How to watch Uruguay vs Saudi Arabia
The eagerly awaited Group H encounter is set to begin at 11 pm in the United Kingdom on Monday.
For supporters watching from Florida, the match will get underway at 6 pm local time.
Viewers in the United Kingdom can catch the match broadcast live on ITV1. The official television coverage starts at 10 pm, providing audiences with a full hour of pre-match analysis before kick-off.
Nunez is aiming to impress at the World Cup
Nunez is aiming to impress at the World Cup(Image: Getty Images)
If you prefer to watch the game online, the match will be fully available to stream live via the ITVX website and app. You can easily download this application on your mobile phone, tablet, or smart television to follow every moment of the action.
In the United States, English-language coverage of this tournament airs on FOX and FS1.
Spanish-speaking viewers can also enjoy the game with dedicated live commentary by tuning into Telemundo.
For those unable to access a screen in the United Kingdom, live audio commentary will be available on national radio stations. You can catch all the action by tuning into BBC Radio 5 Live or talkSPORT2 via your traditional radio or smart speaker.
Uruguay vs Saudi Arabia team news
Saudi Arabia head into the tournament amid some uncertainty following the recent dismissal of manager Herve Renard and his replacement with Georgios Donis.
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At present, no players are definitively sidelined through injury, though reserve goalkeeper Nawaf Al-Aqidi is listed as doubtful for the fixture and will undergo close assessment.
Uruguay has experienced a disrupted build-up following a significant delay to its flight from Mexico due to problems with aircraft documentation.
Additionally, Ronald Araujo is officially ruled out with a muscle injury, joining Giorgian de Arrascaeta and Joaquin Piquerez on the treatment table, while Jose Gimenez, Matias Vina, and Sebastian Caceres are all currently doubtful.