The World Juniors are back in the U.S. for the first time since 2018. Team USA heads into the 2026 World Juniors as the two-time defending gold medalist, and this run comes on home ice in Saint Paul/Minneapolis (Dec. 26, 2025–Jan. 5, 2026).
With a roster loaded with high-end NHL draft talent and multiple returning gold medalists, the Americans look like a clear contender to make another deep run and even chase a rare three-peat.
Fresh off back-to-back golds, Team USA’s three-peat bid starts with James Hagens driving play and Cole Eiserman providing game-breaking finish up front.
If Cole Hutson is running the blue line and E.J. Emery is logging the shutdown minutes, the Americans have the pieces to win tight matches on home ice in Minnesota.
The Sporting News has you need to know on how to watch the 2026 World Juniors in the United States.
Where to watch World Juniors 2026 in the U.S.
Fans can watch the 2026 World Juniors in the United States live on NHL Network.
E.J. Hradek will be the primary play-by-play announcer and will handle every Team USA game, alongside analyst Tony Granato and reporter Jon Morosi.
Where to watch World Juniors 2026: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: NHL Network
- Live stream: Fubo
Fans can stream every game live on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)
World Juniors location 2026
- Location: Saint Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Arenas: Grand Casino Arena (Satin Paul), 3M Arena (Minneapolis)
The 2026 edition of the World Juniors will be played in the Twin Cities, with Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul — home of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild — hosting Group A games and most of the knockout round. Group B games and two quarterfinals will be played at the University of Minnesota’s 3M Arena in Minneapolis.
World Juniors schedule, scores 2026
Friday, Dec. 26
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden vs. Slovakia | 1 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Denmark vs. Finland | 3:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| USA vs. Germany | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Canada vs. Czechia | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Saturday, Dec. 27
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Slovakia vs. Germany | 2 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Canada vs. Latvia | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| USA vs. Switzerland | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Denmark vs. Czechia | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Sunday, Dec. 28
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden vs. Switzerland | 2 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Finland vs. Latvia | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Monday, Dec. 29
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Germany vs. Sweden | 1 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Finland vs. Czechia | 3:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| USA vs. Slovakia | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Canada vs. Denmark | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Tuesday, Dec. 30
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland vs. Germany | 2 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Latvia vs. Denmark | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Wednesday, Dec. 31
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland vs. Slovakia | 1 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Czechia vs. Latvia | 3:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| USA vs. Sweden | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Canada vs. Finland | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Friday, Jan. 2
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Relegation game | 12:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Quarterfinal 1 | 2 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Quarterfinal 2 | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Quarterfinal 3 | 6 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Quarterfinal 4 | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Sunday, Jan. 4
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Semifinal 1 | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Semifinal 2 | 8:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
Monday, Jan. 5
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Third-place game | 4:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
| Championship | 7:30 p.m. | NHL Network, Fubo |
