Where to watch USA vs. Switzerland live stream, TV channel, start time for 2026 World Championships hockey game

Team USA opens defense of its IIHF Men's Hockey World Championship title on Friday, May 15, 2026, against Switzerland in a rematch of the 2025 World Championship final. The American roster is notably different from last year due to ongoing Stanley Cup Playoffs, though coach Don Granato has NHL veterans Matthew Tkachuk and Justin Faulk available alongside AHL and college players. Switzerland also fields a strong contingent of NHL talent for the 2026 World Championships opener.