All three — and they’re all free. VRT (Dutch), RTBF (French), and RTL (French) all broadcast Belgium’s World Cup matches at no cost. You don’t need to pay for a single Red Devils game. Just pick your language and tune in.
Where to Watch: Free and Paid
- VRT — free, Dutch-language public broadcaster. All Belgium matches plus a selection of other games. Stream on VRT MAX
- RTBF — free, French-language public broadcaster. All Belgium matches plus a selection. Stream on RTBF Auvio
- RTL — free + paid options, French-language. Additional match coverage beyond the public broadcasters
- VRT MAX / RTBF Auvio — free streaming platforms for their respective channels’ live coverage
When to Watch: Kickoff Times in Belgium
| US Kickoff (ET) | Local Time (CEST) | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 AM ET | 17:00 | Group stage — after-work kickoff |
| 2:00 PM ET | 20:00 | Group stage — prime-time evening |
| 5:00 PM ET | 23:00 | Group stage / R32 — late evening |
| 8:00 PM ET | 02:00 (+1 day) | Knockouts — deep night |
Belgium’s Group G Schedule (Belgian times):
| Match | Date / Local Time | City |
|---|---|---|
| vs Egypt | June 15, 21:00 CEST | Seattle |
| vs Iran | June 21, 21:00 CEST | Inglewood (LA) |
| vs New Zealand | June 27, 05:00 CEST | Vancouver |
Must-Watch Matches
- Final — July 19, MetLife Stadium. Local time: 21:00 CEST
- Semifinals — July 14-15
- Belgium vs Egypt — Group opener on June 15 at 21:00 CEST. A comfortable prime-time kickoff to start the campaign
- Belgium vs New Zealand — June 27 at 05:00 CEST. The brutal early-morning kickoff — set multiple alarms for this group decider