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WWE Friday Night SmackDown Full Card, Predictions, How to Watch (7/17/26) 

WWE Friday Night SmackDown Full Card, Predictions, How to Watch (7/17/26) 

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By: Ryan Wohl

The WWE is back at the MVP Arena in Albany, New York, for an episode of Friday Night SmackDown! This episode of SmackDown comes one day before the upcoming edition of Saturday Night’s Main Event in New York City at Madison Square Garden.

After Gunther took out SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis last week, Adam Pearce will take over as the show’s GM. Pearce said he will address everything that has recently occurred on tomorrow’s episode of SmackDown. Check out viewing information for WWE’s upcoming episode of Friday Night SmackDown below. This article will be updated with segments and matches when they become official. 

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How to Watch Friday Night SmackDown

Friday Night SmackDown airs live on the USA Network in the United States beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET.

WWE Friday Night SmackDown Full Card and Predictions

Singles Match: Finn Balor vs. Talla Tonga

After Finn Balor beat Tama Tonga last week, he will now face his brother Talla Tonga in a singles match tonight on SmackDown. In singles competition on SmackDown, Talla Tonga is 4-0 and last beat Royce Keys one-on-one in June. I think his winning streak will continue against Balor, as Tama Tonga is likely to get involved as well. 

Finn Balor vs. Talla Tonga Prediction: Talla Tonga wins the match.

Advertised for Friday Night SmackDown

  • Adam Pearce will be the acting General Manager for this week’s episode of Friday Night SmackDown.
  • Cody Rhodes will address teaming up with CM Punk at Saturday Night’s Main Event.
  • Jade Cargill, Tiffany Stratton and Trick Williams are scheduled to appear on WWE.com.

Results from WWE Friday Night SmackDown (7/10/26)

  • Finn Balor def. Tama Tonga
  • Jimmy Uso def. Royce Keys 
  • Jade Cargill def. Alexa Bliss
  • Trick Williams vs. Carmelo Hayes Ended in a No Contest

WWE Friday Night SmackDown FAQ

Where will the upcoming episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown take place?

The event is taking place at the MVP Arena in Albany, New York.

What time does WWE Friday Night SmackDown start?

Friday Night SmackDown starts at 8:00 p.m. ET.

How can I watch WWE Friday Night SmackDown?

Fans in the U.S. can view this event live on USA Network.

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Ryan Wohl
Ryan Wohl
Ryan is a University of Arizona graduate and Philadelphia native. Since 2024, he has been a writer for DraftKings Network, primarily covering combat sports. He is a big Philly sports fan and loves to collect sneakers, as well.
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