Where to watch USA vs. Switzerland live stream, TV channel, start time for 2026 World Championships hockey game
It's a rematch of the 2025 final as the Americans and Swiss open play at the 2026 Worlds. Here's when and where to watch.
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Team USA opens the defense of its IIHF World Championship title Friday with a rematch of last year's final against Switzerland. The American team looks quite a bit different from 2025 due to the ongoing Stanley Cup Playoffs and post-Olympics fatigue for some of the other international regulars. Coach Don Granato still has plenty of talent on hand, though, with an intriguing mix of NHL veterans like Matthew Tkachuk and Justin Faulk suiting up alongside AHL and college players.
On the other side, the Swiss boast a solid contingent of NHL talent as well, including veteran defenseman Roman Josi and forwards Nico Hischier, Nino Niederreiter and Timo Meier. Last time these teams met on this stage, Tage Thompson's golden goal in overtime gave the USA a long-awaited international trophy. Who will start the 2026 tournament with a win?
Here's everything you need to know to tune in. Where to watch USA vs. Switzerland hockey today TV channel: NHL Network Live stream: fubo Friday's USA vs.