2026 World Baseball Classic: Scores, Schedule & How to Watch
The stage is set for the final weekend of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, with the championship game slated for at loanDepot Park in Miami. The United States secured their spot in the final after a 2-1 victory over the Dominican Republic on . They will face the winner of Monday’s semifinal matchup between Venezuela and Italy.
The tournament has already delivered several compelling storylines. Italy’s unexpected run to the quarterfinals, culminating in an 8-6 upset over the United States in pool play, was a major talking point. Their quarterfinal victory over Puerto Rico further cemented their status as a legitimate contender. Venezuela, meanwhile, has been a consistent force, demonstrating strong pitching and timely hitting throughout the competition.
Pool play saw several dominant performances. In Pool A, played in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Canada and Puerto Rico both finished with 3-1 records, advancing to the quarterfinals. Pool B, hosted in Houston, saw Italy emerge undefeated at 4-0, followed by the United States at 3-1. Japan topped Pool C in Tokyo with a perfect 4-0 record, whereas the Dominican Republic went undefeated in Pool D, held in Miami.
The quarterfinals provided dramatic moments. The Dominican Republic defeated Korea 10-0 in a game that ended after seven innings. The United States edged Canada 5-3. Italy continued their surprising run with an 8-6 win over Puerto Rico and Venezuela upset Japan 8-5.
The tournament’s opening rounds, beginning on and , featured several notable results. Australia defeated Chinese Taipei 3-0, while South Korea bested Czechia 11-4. The United States began their campaign with a dominant 15-5 victory over Brazil.
FOX Sports is the exclusive broadcast partner for all 47 games of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, with the championship game scheduled to air on FOX on . Coverage extends across the FOX family of networks – including FS1 and FS2 – as well as streaming platforms like the FOX Sports app and Tubi. FOX Deportes is likewise carrying 28 tournament games in Spanish. Fans can also stream all matchups live and on-demand on FOX One.
The tournament has showcased the global appeal of baseball, with 20 teams competing for the title. The competition has been fierce, and the remaining teams are poised to deliver an exciting conclusion to the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The final between the United States and either Venezuela or Italy promises to be a compelling contest, capping off a month of international baseball action.