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WWE Friday Night SmackDown on July 3, 2026: Sami Zayn's Next Steps and Atlantic City Taping Details

WWE Friday Night SmackDown is set to air on July 3, 2026, featuring new WWE Undisputed Champion Sami Zayn following his victory at Night of Champions. The show was taped this week in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Hamza AwanBy Hamza AwanFounder & Editor
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The event was taped after Monday Night Raw on June 29 at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey. This marks the first time WWE has taped television episodes in Atlantic City since May 2008, bringing a long-awaited return for the area.

For viewers in the United States, Friday Night SmackDown will air live on the USA Network beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET.

Details regarding the full match card and specific segments for this episode are expected to be announced closer to the broadcast date.

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