Two new matches have been confirmed for this Friday’s WWE SmackDown at the Amerant Bank Arena in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, including a showdown between Giulia and IYO SKY. The addition of these bouts adds further tension to the evolving WWE SmackDown match lineup as fans anticipate the outcomes.
Confirmed Matches for Friday’s SmackDown Event
Giulia is set to face IYO SKY in a singles match, although Giulia’s Women’s United States Championship will not be defended. This encounter follows their recent tag team challenge on February 6, where Giulia and Kiana James fell short against IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships. The history between these competitors adds a layer of uncertainty to the impending match.
Also officially scheduled is a highly anticipated match between Ilja Dragunov and Tama Tonga. Tonga enters this contest fresh off a victory over Shinsuke Nakamura on the February 6 episode, while Dragunov recently defeated The Miz on January 30. Both wrestlers appear poised to build momentum heading into the weekend’s event.
Full WWE SmackDown Match Card for February 20, 2026
- Elimination Chamber qualifying match: Carmelo Hayes vs. Trick Williams vs. Damian Priest
- Elimination Chamber qualifying match: Nia Jax vs. Charlotte Flair vs. Kiana James
- Oba Femi vs. Kit Wilson
- Giulia vs. IYO SKY
- Tama Tonga vs. Ilja Dragunov
This lineup highlights a mix of Elimination Chamber qualifiers and intense singles contests, reflecting WWE’s efforts to keep the card competitive and unpredictable.
Implications for the WWE SmackDown Show
The addition of these matches carries significant weight for WWE storylines, especially with Elimination Chamber qualifying matches underway and title opportunities at stake. Giulia’s non-title confrontation with IYO SKY presents an opportunity to gauge shifting dynamics within the women’s division, while the clash between Tama Tonga and Ilja Dragunov could influence future rankings.
With the WWE SmackDown match lineup now finalized for the week, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how these results impact the championship picture and the road toward upcoming pay-per-view events.
