The path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup resumes in June 2025 with two crucial CONMEBOL qualifying matchdays. This stretch marks a turning point in the campaign, with powerhouse nations like Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay aiming to solidify their spots among the top six to earn automatic qualification.
Adding further intrigue, the June window will feature the official debut of Carlo Ancelotti as manager of the Brazil national team, bringing one of the most accomplished club managers in football history to the international stage.
Below is the full schedule and broadcast information for U.S. viewers:
Matchday 15: Thursday, June 5 & Friday, June 6, 2025
Thursday, June 5
- Ecuador vs. Brazil Time: 7:00 PM ET TV: Fanatiz USA Ancelotti’s first match in charge of Brazil
- Paraguay vs. Uruguay Time: 7:00 PM ET TV: Fanatiz USA
- Chile vs. Argentina Time: 9:00 PM ET TV: Fanatiz USA
Friday, June 6
- Colombia vs. Peru Time: 4:30 PM ET TV: Fanatiz USA
- Venezuela vs. Bolivia Time: 6:00 PM ET TV: Fanatiz USA
Matchday 16: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
- Bolivia vs. Chile Time: 4:00 PM ET TV: Fanatiz USA
- Uruguay vs. Venezuela Time: 7:00 PM ET TV: Fanatiz USA
- Argentina vs. Colombia Time: 8:00 PM ET TV: Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, ViX
- Brazil vs. Paraguay Time: 8:45 PM ET TV: ViX Ancelotti’s home debut as Brazil manager
- Peru vs. Ecuador Time: 9:30 PM ET TV: Fanatiz USA
Where to Watch in the U.S.
- Fanatiz USA: Provides pay-per-view access to most CONMEBOL qualifiers.
- Telemundo Deportes En Vivo & ViX: Spanish-language streaming for select high-profile matches.
To access the full range of matches, fans should consider subscribing to both platforms.
What’s at Stake
The top six teams in the CONMEBOL standings will qualify directly for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the seventh entering an intercontinental playoff. With just a few matchdays remaining, each game carries significant weight.
Key Storylines to Watch
- Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil Debut: After years of success at the club level, Ancelotti takes charge of Brazil in what could be a defining chapter in his legendary coaching career. His tactical approach and man-management skills will be closely watched as Brazil navigates two challenging fixtures.
- Chile vs. Argentina (June 5): A classic South American rivalry that could shift momentum in the standings.
- Argentina vs. Colombia (June 10): A potential top-of-the-table clash with heavy implications.
- Brazil vs. Paraguay (June 10): Ancelotti’s first home game, with fans eager to see Brazil’s evolution under his leadership.
With high stakes, legendary coaches, and elite talent on display, June’s CONMEBOL qualifiers promise to deliver some of the most compelling football of the World Cup cycle.