Friday Night SmackDown tonight heads to the United Kingdom as WWE continues its European tour with a major live episode from London, England. The January 16, 2026 edition of SmackDown is set to feature four high-stakes qualifying matches as WWE builds toward Royal Rumble 2026.
CHECK WWE SMACKDOWN LONDON RESULTS JAN 16
The Friday Night SmackDown episode will air as a three-hour show and is expected to play a key role in determining the next challenger for the Undisputed WWE Championship.
For the full match card and live event details, check our WWE SmackDown January 16, 2026 lineup guide.
Last updated: January 16, 2026 (Live event day)
What Time Is SmackDown On Tonight? (Friday Night SmackDown Start Time)
For viewers asking what time is Friday Night SmackDown tonight, the January 16, 2026 episode is scheduled to air at the following times:
- United States: Friday evening on USA Network (regular broadcast time)
- Canada: Friday evening local time
- United Kingdom: Early hours of Saturday morning
- India: Saturday morning local time
For viewers checking SmackDown start time tonight, the show follows its regular Friday broadcast schedule despite airing from London.
In the United States, Friday Night SmackDown Tonight will air on USA Network. International viewers can watch SmackDown via Netflix, with start times adjusted according to local time zones.
Where Is Friday Night SmackDown Tonight?
WWE SmackDown will take place live from the OVO Arena Wembley in London, England. The London show marks WWE’s next major international SmackDown event of early 2026 and continues the company’s European tour on the road to the Royal Rumble.
Announced Matches For Friday Night SmackDown Tonight
WWE SmackDown Lineup For January 16, 2026 has been confirmed, with all matches serving as #1 Contender’s Qualifying bouts for the Undisputed WWE Championship.
#1 Contender’s Qualifying Match – Undisputed WWE Championship
Randy Orton vs The Miz
#1 Contender’s Qualifying Match – Undisputed WWE Championship
Matt Cardona vs Trick Williams
#1 Contender’s Qualifying Match – Undisputed WWE Championship
Damian Priest vs Solo Sikoa
#1 Contender’s Qualifying Match – Undisputed WWE Championship
Sami Zayn vs Ilja Dragunov
The January 16 broadcast continues WWE’s three-hour SmackDown format and features multiple top contenders competing live from London.
Friday Night SmackDown Preview
With Royal Rumble qualification on the line and WWE taking SmackDown overseas once again, Friday Night SmackDown Tonight is expected to be a storyline-driven episode. Four contenders will advance closer to a future Undisputed WWE Championship opportunity, making the London edition one of the most important SmackDown shows of early 2026.
For complete coverage of WWE’s next premium live event, visit our Royal Rumble 2026 hub for updates on match cards, entrants, predictions and results.
