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- Ecuador vs Curacao Kick-Off time: 1am BST (Sun) / 8pm ET (Sat) / 10am AEST (Sun)
- Watch free on BBC iPlayer (UK) / SBS (AUS) / CazéTV's YouTube (Brazil)
- Unlock your free streams with Norton VPN (60-day money back guarantee)
Ecuador vs Curacao is a crucial World Cup 2026 Group E match at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. Both teams are coming off defeats in their opening fixtures, meaning a loss for either side could now virtually end their tournament.
While Ecuador suffered a 1-0 loss to Ivory Coast, courtesy of a heartbreaking 90th-minute winner from Amad Diallo, Curacao received a harsh welcome to their first-ever World Cup with a crushing 7-1 defeat by Germany, although their first-half equalizer will undoubtedly remain a fond moment for the tiny Caribbean nation.
The pressure will be greater on Sebastian Beccacece's South Americans to produce a positive result. Ecuador were impressive in qualifying – they entered the tournament on the back of a remarkable 19-match unbeaten streak – and also enjoyed success in their warm-up friendlies, recording victories over Guatemala and Saudi Arabia.
Curacao, on the other hand, have little to lose after conceding seven goals in their opening match. It'll be an uphill task for Dick Advocaat's side to make it out of Group E, but they can draw confidence from their unbeaten qualification run and Livano Comenencia's strike against Germany.
So, read on as we show you exactly how to watch Ecuador vs Curacao for free from anywhere in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Ecuador vs Curacao for free
Ecuador vs Curacao is available to watch for free in multiple countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
- 🇬🇧 UK: BBC iPlayer (English commentary)
- 🇦🇺 Australia: SBS On Demand (English commentary)
- 🇧🇷 Brazil: CazéTV's YouTube (no account required)
- 🇧🇪 Belgium: RTBF / VRT
- 🇨🇦 Canada: CTV (TV provider login required)
- 🇩🇪 Germany: ZDF
- 🇮🇪 Ireland: RTE Player (English commentary)
- 🇳🇱 Netherlands: NOS
- 🇨🇭 Switzerland: SRF Play / RTS Play / RSI Play
- 🇹🇷 Turkey: TRT
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How to watch Ecuador vs Curacao in the US
US viewers can watch Ecuador vs Curacao on FS1.
Cord-cutters can access FFS1 ox through live TV services like YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (select markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Ecuador vs Curacao on Fox One (3-day free trial).
If you are looking for a stream in Spanish you can watch on Telemundo which is available via Peacock.
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How to watch Ecuador vs Curacao in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream Ecuador vs Curacao for free on BBC iPlayer. Live coverage is also available on the BBC One TV channel.
You require a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (e.g. SE1 7PB).
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How to watch Ecuador vs Curacao in Australia
Ecuador vs Curacao will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game of the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.
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How to watch Ecuador vs Curacao in Canada
In Canada, TSN free-to-air channel CTV will be broadcasting Ecuador vs Curacao.
You can live stream via the TSN+ streaming platform, which costs CA$8 per month or CA$80 per year.
CTV will require TV provider login details for you to watch for free online.
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Ecuador vs Curacao: Match Information
What time does Ecuador vs Curacao start?
Ecuador vs Curacao kicks off at 1am BST / 10am AEST on Sunday, June 21. That's 8pm ET on Saturday, June 20.
What are the squads for Ecuador vs Curacao?
Ecuador
Goalkeepers: Hernan Galindez (Huracan), Moises Ramirez (Kifisia), Gonzalo Valle (LDU Quito)
Defenders: Piero Hincapie (Arsenal), Willian Pacho (Paris St-Germain), Pervis Estupinan (AC Milan), Felix Torres (Internacional), Joel Ordonez (Club Brugge), Jackson Porozo (Tijuana), Angelo Preciado (Atletico Mineiro)
Midfielders: Moises Caicedo (Chelsea), Alan Franco (Atletico Mineiro), Kendry Paez (River Plate, on loan from Chelsea), Pedro Vite (UNAM), Jordy Alcivar (Independiente del Valle), Denil Castillo (Midtjylland), Yaimar Medina (Genk)
Forwards: Enner Valencia (Pachuca), Kevin Rodriguez (Union Saint-Gilloise), Jordy Caicedo (Huracan), Nilson Angulo (Sunderland), Anthony Valencia (Antwerp), Jeremy Arevalo (Stuttgart)
Curacao
Goalkeepers: Tyrick Bodak (SC Telstar), Trevor Doornbusch (VVV-Venlo), Eloy Room (Miami FC)
Defenders: Riechedly Bazoer (Konyaspor), Joshua Brenet (Kayserispor), Roshon Van Eijma (RKC Waalwijk), Sherel Floranus (PEC Zwolle), Deveron Fonville (NEC Nijmegen), Jurien Gaari (Abha Club), Armando Obispo (PSV Eindhoven), Shurandy Sambo (Sparta Rotterdam)
Midfielders: Juninho Bacuna (FC Volendam), Leandro Bacuna (Igdır), Livano Comenencia (FC Zurich), Kevin Felida (FC Den Bosch), Ar'Jany Martha (Rotherham United), Tyrese Noslin (SC Telstar), Godfried Roemeratoe (RKC Waalwijk)
Forwards: Jeremy Antonisse (AE Kifisia), Tahith Chong (Sheffield United), Kenji Gorré (Maccabi Haifa), Sontje Hansen (Middlesbrough), Gervane Kastaneer (Terengganu FC), Brandley Kuwas (FC Volendam), Jurgen Locadia (Miami FC), Jearl Margaritha (SK Beveren)
Position | Team | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Germany | 6 | 3 |
2 | Ivory Coast | 1 | 3 |
3 | Ecuador | -1 | 0 |
4 | Curacao | -6 | 0 |
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