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 matches, meaning a loss for either side could now all but end their tournament.
While Ecuador suffered a 1-0 loss to Ivory Coast thanks to 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 sweet moment for the small Caribbean nation.
The pressure is mounting 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-game unbeaten run – and also enjoyed success in their warm-up friendlies, recording wins over Guatemala and Saudi Arabia.
Curacao, on the other hand, have little to lose after conceding seven goals in their opening game. It will be an uphill task for Dick Advocaat’s side to get out of Group E, but they can take confidence from their unbeaten qualifying 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 FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Ecuador vs Curacao for free
Ecuador vs Curacao is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Ecuador vs Curacao in the USA
American viewers can watch Ecuador vs Curacao on FS1.
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Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Ecuador vs Curacao on Fox One (3-day free trial).
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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 free on BBC iPlayer. Live coverage is also available at BBC One TV channel.
You require a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (eg 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.
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How to watch Ecuador vs Curacao in Canada
In Canada, TSN free channel CTV will broadcast Ecuador vs Curacao.
You can stream live via TSN+ streaming platform, which costs $80 per month or $80 per year.
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Ecuador vs Curacao: Match Information
When does Ecuador vs Curacao start?
Ecuador vs Curacao starts at 1.00am BST / 10.00am AEST Sunday 21 June. It is at 8:00 PM ET 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 (Central Jutland), Yaimar Medina (Genk)
Extenders: 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 Zürich), Kevin Felida (FC Den Bosch), Ar’Jany Martha (Rotherham United), Tyrese Noslin (SC Telstar), Godfried Roemeratoe (RKC Waalwijk)
Extenders: 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)
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Position |
Team |
DG |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Germany |
6 |
3 |
|
2 |
Ivory Coast |
1 |
3 |
|
3 |
Ecuador |
-1 |
0 |
|
4 |
Curacao |
-6 |
0 |
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