Japan vs Venezuela: What Channel Is the Match On and Where to Watch
What Time Is Japan vs Venezuela Today?
The JFA lists kickoff at 7:25 p.m. Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9) on Monday, September 28. The JFA describes this as the scheduled time, so a small change on the day is possible.
Here is the same kickoff time in other major time zones:
| Location | Kickoff time |
|---|---|
| Japan (JST) | 7:25 p.m., Monday |
| UTC | 10:25 a.m., Monday |
| United Kingdom (BST) | 11:25 a.m., Monday |
| Central Europe (CEST) | 12:25 p.m., Monday |
| India (IST) | 3:55 p.m., Monday |
| Venezuela (VET) | 6:25 a.m., Monday |
| US Eastern (EDT) | 6:25 a.m., Monday |
| US Pacific (PDT) | 3:25 a.m., Monday |
Pre-match coverage starts earlier on some services. Japanese media report that Nippon TV goes on air at 7:00 p.m. JST and that DAZN’s stream opens at 6:00 p.m. JST. Telemundo’s schedule lists its coverage from 6:15 a.m. ET.
What Channel Is Japan vs Venezuela On?
Japan: The JFA’s official match page lists a nationwide live broadcast on the Nippon TV (NTV) network, plus live streaming on TVer and DAZN.
United States:Telemundo Deportes Ahora, Telemundo’s Spanish-language streaming channel, is showing the match. Telemundo has said it is carrying Japan’s September and October friendlies against South American opponents.
Venezuela:Televen has the broadcast in Venezuela.
No English-language TV broadcast of Japan vs Venezuela could be independently confirmed at the time of writing.
Where Can You Watch Japan vs Venezuela Online?
These are the official streaming options that could be verified:
- TVer (Japan): Nippon TV’s live broadcast is simulcast on TVer, confirmed by the JFA.
- DAZN (Japan): DAZN is listed by the JFA as an official live stream in Japan.
- Peacock (United States): Telemundo Deportes Ahora is available on Peacock, according to The Sporting News.
- Televen’s streaming platform (Venezuela): Televen is also making the match available through its own official streaming service, according to Infobae.
Most of these services are geo-restricted, meaning they only work inside the country they are licensed for.
Avoid unofficial “free live stream” websites. They are not licensed to show the match, often carry malware or intrusive ads, and are frequently taken down mid-game.
Japan vs Venezuela TV Channel and Streaming by Country
| Country | TV Channel / Streaming Service |
|---|---|
| Japan | Nippon TV (NTV network), TVer, DAZN |
| United States | Telemundo Deportes Ahora (also on Peacock) |
| Venezuela | Televen, plus Televen’s streaming platform |
| United Kingdom | Not independently confirmed at the time of writing |
| India | Not independently confirmed at the time of writing |
| Canada | Not independently confirmed at the time of writing |
| Australia | Not independently confirmed at the time of writing |
| Rest of South America | Not independently confirmed; reports conflict |
For other countries, check the official website or app of your local rights holder for international friendlies.
Can You Watch Japan vs Venezuela for Free?
In Japan, yes. Nippon TV is a free-to-air network, and TVer, which carries the Nippon TV live broadcast, is a free streaming service.
In Venezuela, Televen is broadcasting the match on its open (free-to-air) signal, according to Infobae.
DAZN is normally a subscription service. Some Japanese outlets have promoted free viewing of this match on DAZN, but that could not be confirmed with DAZN at the time of writing, so check the DAZN app before relying on it.
In the United States, access to Telemundo Deportes Ahora and Peacock depends on your existing subscriptions, and a free option could not be confirmed.
Japan vs Venezuela Match Details
- Date: Monday, September 28, 2026
- Kickoff: 7:25 p.m. JST (10:25 UTC)
- Venue: Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Japan
- Competition: Kirin Challenge Cup 2026 (international friendly)
- Teams: Japan (SAMURAI BLUE) vs Venezuela
Where to Watch Japan vs Venezuela: Quick Answer
- What channel? Nippon TV in Japan, Telemundo Deportes Ahora in the US, Televen in Venezuela.
- What streaming service? TVer and DAZN in Japan, Peacock in the US, Televen’s platform in Venezuela.
- What time? 7:25 p.m. JST, which is 10:25 UTC, 11:25 a.m. in the UK and 6:25 a.m. ET.
- Where is the match? Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima in Hiroshima, Japan.
