ITV has canceled the broadcasting of Coronation Street and Emmerdale on Monday, June 29, 2026, due to scheduling conflicts with live FIFA World Cup transmissions.
The sudden programming adjustments have created discrepancies with various printed television guides.
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World Cup Takes Priority
As reported by Digital Spy, the network is prioritizing the international football tournament, which began on June 11.
The sports event will continue to disrupt regular evening television programming until July 19.
Tonight's confirmed ITV lineup features live coverage of the Brazil versus Japan football match starting at 5:15 p.
m.
The network will then air the drama series Vera at 8:35 p. m.
The News At Ten will broadcast at a delayed time of 10:30 p. m.
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, followed by Regional News at 10:55 p. m.
Entertainment programs will occupy the remaining slots before the next match.
Coverage of the Netherlands versus Morocco match is scheduled to begin at 1:15 a. m.
according to ITV.
Additionally, North Wales Chronicle reported that both soap operas face further significant disruptions next week.
The programming adjustments follow previous episode cancellations last Friday, leaving viewers waiting four days for updates.
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The delay interrupts a critical plot revelation in Coronation Street surrounding the murder of character Theo Silverton.
