Group L FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule, TVRI to Air 6 Matches

JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – The Group L FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule is set, and TVRI will broadcast all matches in a group featuring England, Croatia, Ghana, and Panama from 18-28 June 2026. Those four teams will fight for two automatic spots in the round of 32, plus a chance to advance through the best third-place route.

The stakes are high. One draw can reshape the standings, especially with the new 48-team World Cup format split into 12 groups.

Group L looks tight and open to surprises

On paper, Group L is not as stacked as a group filled with multiple world champions, but it is still hard-edged. England arrive as one of Europe’s top sides, Croatia bring the experience of the 2018 finalists, while Ghana and Panama are known for making life difficult with physical play, discipline, and quick transitions.

The tournament format makes every match valuable. The top two teams in each group go straight to the knockout phase. Eight of the best third-place teams also have a path forward. That means nothing in Group L is truly safe, from the opener to the final whistle. One loss can drag a team down the table. One win can open the door to the next round.

In a group like this, goal difference can also decide a team’s fate. A side that wins big on matchday one will have more room to breathe when closing out the group stage. A team that slips, on the other hand, is forced to chase points in the next game.

Group L FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule on TVRI

TVRI holds the full broadcast rights for 104 matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Coverage is available through TVRI National and TVRI Sport. For viewers at home, the schedule below has been converted to WIB.

The key point comes on 28 June. The final two matches are played simultaneously to protect fair play. That is standard practice in major tournaments so teams do not play based on results from a match that finished earlier.

For viewers in Indonesia, free TVRI coverage is big news. No paid package is needed, only access to DVB-T2 digital TV or TVRI’s official partner streaming services. For those planning to stay up late, England vs Croatia and England vs Ghana are likely to draw the most attention.

Group L FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule and the qualification math

The opener immediately pits England against Croatia on 18 June at 03:00 WIB. The match revives the feel of the 2018 final, even though the squads have changed a lot. England still rely on attacking quality and ball control. Croatia still carry their trademark tight defending and big-game experience.

Later that same day, Ghana meet Panama at 06:00 WIB. This is the kind of match often labeled a battle between dark horses. Ghana rely on power, pace, and physical duels. Panama bring neat organization and quick counterattacks. For both sides, a strong start could matter a great deal.

The second matchday is no less intense. England face Ghana on 24 June at 03:00 WIB, while Panama meet Croatia at 06:00 WIB. From the schedule alone, England could seal qualification early if they win again. Croatia and Panama, by contrast, will need to calculate carefully because a bad result in the opening match will put them under pressure.

As the final round approaches, the standings could change sharply. If England are already safe, they may rotate players against Panama on 28 June. But if the table remains tight, that match will still carry pressure. The same applies to Croatia vs Ghana. One goal could decide whether a team goes home early or advances through the best third-place route.

Based on the schedule circulating, England and Ghana both picked up wins after matchday one, with 3 points each. Croatia and Panama were still without points. That situation turns England vs Ghana on matchday two into a fight for the top spot, while Croatia vs Panama becomes a must-win clash.

How to watch for free on TVRI

Viewers can watch by scanning TVRI and TVRI Sport HD on digital television. Another option is streaming through MAXStream and FolaPlay, which are listed as official partners. TVRI Klik will not carry the live tournament broadcast.

Because several matches are scheduled in the early morning, Indonesian viewers should set an alarm. Kickoff for England vs Croatia and England vs Ghana is at 03:00 WIB. That means staying up, not just checking the score after sunrise.

With a packed schedule, the new 48-team format, and free TVRI coverage, Group L deserves a place on the main viewing list for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The decisive matches in this group could turn quickly. One night can change everything.

Source quote: TVRI is said to hold full broadcast rights for 104 matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while the Group L schedule points to crucial matches scheduled from 18-28 June 2026.