Competition begins at 10 a.m. Thursday when host Russia takes on Saudi Arabia on Ch. 9. That's the only match of the day, with multiple group stage matches following on subsequent days. Here are some other matches to watch:
• Portugal vs. Spain, 1 p.m. Friday (Ch. 9): A good early match for rival contenders.
• Costa Rica vs. Serbia, 7 a.m. Sunday (Ch. 9): This is Costa Rica's opener, and Minnesota United's Francisco Calvo is on the squad.
• England vs. Belgium, 1 p.m. June 28 (Ch. 9): The final match of group play. If either team suffers an upset early, this match could be critical.
• Round of 16: June 30-July 3, two matches per day, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. (Ch. 9 and FS1)
• Quarterfinals: July 6-7, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. (Ch. 9 and FS1)
• Semifinals: July 10-11, 1 p.m., (Ch. 9)
• Final: July 15, 10 a.m. (Ch. 9)
