The January 16, 2026 episode of Friday Night SmackDown will be taped from the OVO Arena Wembley in London, England, as WWE continues its European tour. The blue brand promises a stacked lineup with key storyline progressions, major title implications, and high-stakes tournament action.
Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre returns to SmackDown just days after winning the brutal Three Stages of Hell match. After Jacob Fatus involvement in that outcome, all eyes will be on how McIntyre handles the fallout. The show will also feature four qualifying matches, with the winners advancing to Saturday Nights Main Event. The final winner from that event will earn a shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship at the Royal Rumble.
Also scheduled is Carmelo Hayes United States Championship Open Challenge, with fans eager to see who will step up.
The spoiler coverage kicks off at 2:00 PM ET. Ringside News will provide live, match-by-match updates and highlights throughout the night. Stay tuned to this page, refresh for the latest results as the action unfolds, and join the conversation in the comments below.
WWE SmackDown Results (1/16/26): Live Match Updates and Highlights
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Matches & Key Moments Scheduled for WWE SmackDown on January 16, 2026
- Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre Appears
- Carmelo Hayes United States Title Open Challenge
- #1 Contender Qualifier: Randy Orton vs. The Miz
- #1 Contender Qualifier: Matt Cardona vs. Trick Williams
- #1 Contender Qualifier: Damian Priest vs. Solo Sikoa
- #1 Contender Qualifier: Sami Zayn vs. Ilja Dragunov
