The 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) final is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET. The championship game features Team USA taking on Venezuela at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida. 

Matchup Overview

Teams: USA vs. Venezuela.

Starting Pitchers: Nolan McLean (USA) and Eduardo Rodriguez (Venezuela).

Location: loanDepot park, Miami, Florida.

TV/Streaming: The game will be broadcast live on FOX. Streaming is available on the Fox Sports app and FoxSports

The Road to the Final

Both teams reached the championship with identical 5-1 records during the tournament. 

Team USA: Advanced to their third consecutive final after defeating the Dominican Republic 2-1 in the semifinals.

Venezuela: Secured their first-ever championship appearance by overcoming Italy 4-2 with a late three-run rally in the semifinals. 

Tournament Context

Defending Champion: Japan entered as the 2023 champion but was eliminated by Venezuela in the quarterfinals.

Olympic Qualification: By reaching the final rounds, both Venezuela and the Dominican Republic joined the United States in qualifying for the 2028 Olympic baseball tournament in Los Angeles.