Team USA faces Brazil in 2026 World Baseball Classic opener

The U.S. squad features several MLB stars as the international tournament kicks off in Houston.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The 2026 World Baseball Classic has begun, with the first round of games taking place across four locations around the world. Team USA will play its opening match against Brazil on March 6 at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas. Both teams boast rosters filled with Major League Baseball talent. The USA vs. Brazil game will air on FOX and FOX Deportes, and will also be available to stream on FOX One.

Why it matters

The World Baseball Classic is a prestigious international baseball tournament that showcases the top talent from countries around the globe. The matchup between Team USA and Brazil features several MLB stars, making it an anticipated early-round clash in the tournament.

The details

Team USA's roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic includes several big-name MLB players, though the full roster has not yet been announced. Brazil's team also features a number of MLB players representing their home country. The USA vs. Brazil game will air live on the FOX broadcast network, as well as in Spanish on FOX Deportes. Fans can also stream the game on the FOX One platform, which will have coverage of every game in the tournament.

  • The 2026 World Baseball Classic began on March 4 and will run through March 17.
  • Team USA's first game against Brazil is scheduled for Friday, March 6 at 8 p.m. ET.

The players

Team USA

The U.S. national baseball team competing in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, featuring several star players from Major League Baseball.

Team Brazil

The Brazilian national baseball team competing in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, also with multiple MLB players on its roster.

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What’s next

The winner of the USA vs. Brazil matchup will advance to the next round of the 2026 World Baseball Classic tournament.

The takeaway

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is set to showcase the top international baseball talent, with an early marquee matchup between baseball powerhouses Team USA and Team Brazil.