Football fans across India are eagerly waiting for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage clash between Argentina and Jordan. However, many viewers are searching whether the match will be available on DD Sports or DD Free Dish. If you are one of them, here’s everything you need to know about today’s telecast schedule and where to watch the match live.
⚽ Is Argentina vs Jordan Available on DD Sports?
No. Argentina vs Jordan is NOT being broadcast on DD Sports.
Although DD Sports is offering limited coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 through the DD Free Dish platform, the channel is not telecasting any group stage matches, including the highly anticipated Argentina vs Jordan fixture.
Football fans looking for live coverage will need to switch to Unite8 Sports channels on television or stream the match online through ZEE5.
📺 Where to Watch Argentina vs Jordan Live in India?
| Platform | Availability |
|---|---|
| DD Sports | ❌ Not Available |
| DD Free Dish | ❌ Not Available |
| Unite8 Sports Channels | ✅ Live Telecast |
| ZEE5 | ✅ Live Streaming |
| Languages | English, Hindi, Malayalam, Bangla |
ZEE5 is providing live streaming of every FIFA World Cup 2026 match in multiple Indian languages, while Unite8 Sports channels continue the television broadcast across cable, DTH and IPTV platforms.
📅 FIFA World Cup 2026 Matches – 28 June (IST)
Football fans have another exciting day of World Cup action with four important group stage fixtures.
| Match | Kick-off (IST) | Watch Live |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina vs Jordan | 10:30 PM | Unite8 Sports & ZEE5 |
| England vs Chile | 1:30 AM (29 June) | Unite8 Sports & ZEE5 |
| Croatia vs Nigeria | 4:30 AM (29 June) | Unite8 Sports & ZEE5 |
| Portugal vs Colombia | 7:30 AM (29 June) | Unite8 Sports & ZEE5 |
Note: None of the above group stage matches are scheduled for telecast on DD Sports.
📡 DD Sports FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
DD Sports is carrying only a select number of FIFA World Cup 2026 matches on the DD Free Dish platform. The broadcaster’s schedule mainly includes the tournament opener and the knockout rounds.
| Date | Match | Start Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| 12 June 2026 | Opening Match – Mexico vs South Africa | 12:30 AM |
| 10 July 2026 | Quarter Final 1 | 1:30 AM |
| 11 July 2026 | Quarter Final 2 | 12:30 AM |
| 12 July 2026 | Quarter Final 3 | 2:30 AM |
| 12 July 2026 | Quarter Final 4 | 6:30 AM |
| 15 July 2026 | Semi Final 1 | 12:30 AM |
| 16 July 2026 | Semi Final 2 | 12:30 AM |
| 20 July 2026 | FIFA World Cup 2026 Final | 12:30 AM |
This means viewers relying solely on DD Free Dish will not have access to the complete tournament, as the majority of the group stage and Round of 16 fixtures remain exclusive to Zee Entertainment’s official platforms.
📱 How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Streaming?
Fans who don’t have access to Unite8 Sports channels can enjoy uninterrupted live streaming through ZEE5.
✅ Live Streaming Features
- ⚽ Every FIFA World Cup 2026 match live
- 🌍 Multiple commentary languages
- 📱 Mobile, Smart TV and Web support
- 🎙️ English, Hindi, Malayalam and Bangla commentary
- 📺 HD streaming with match highlights and analysis
🌍 About FIFA World Cup 2026 on ZEE5 and Unite8
The FIFA World Cup 2026 marks the beginning of a landmark partnership between Zee Entertainment and FIFA, with broadcasting rights extending through 2034.
Through ZEE5 and Unite8 Sports, football fans across India can enjoy comprehensive coverage of the world’s biggest football tournament with regional language commentary, expert analysis, match highlights and special programming. The partnership also includes future marquee tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup 2030, FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027, and several other FIFA competitions.
Under the “Poora India Watchega” campaign, Zee aims to make global football more accessible by delivering high-quality coverage across digital and television platforms in multiple Indian languages.
📌 Quick Summary
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Argentina vs Jordan on DD Sports? | ❌ No |
| Is it available on DD Free Dish? | ❌ No |
| Where to watch the match? | ✅ Unite8 Sports Channels & ZEE5 |
| Does DD Sports show every FIFA World Cup match? | ❌ No, only selected matches |
| Which matches are on DD Sports? | Opening Match, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals and Final |
