2026 FIFA World Cup TV Coverage: Full Channel List for Every Country
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the biggest soccer tournament in history. Three countries host it together: the United States, Canada and Mexico. A record 48 teams play 104 matches across 16 host cities from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
FIFA sold broadcast rights to official partners in over 200 territories worldwide. Fans in almost every country have a legal way to watch every match on TV or online.
This page lists every confirmed 2026 FIFA World Cup broadcaster and TV channel by country. Find your country below and start planning how you will watch.
2026 FIFA World Cup — Quick Facts
| Tournament Dates: | June 11 – July 19, 2026 |
| Host Countries: | USA, Canada, Mexico |
| Total Matches: | 104 |
| Total Teams: | 48 |
| Host Cities: | 16 |
| Opening Match: | Mexico vs. South Africa, Estadio Azteca |
| Final Venue: | MetLife Stadium, New Jersey |
| Final Date: | July 19, 2026 |
| Final Kickoff: | 3:00 PM ET |
| In-Flight/Cruise Rights: | Sport24 |
What Channel is the 2026 FIFA World Cup On?
The quick answer depends on where you live. In the United States Fox and FS1 carry all English coverage while Telemundo and Universo handle Spanish broadcasts. UK fans watch free on BBC and ITV with no subscription needed. Canada gets full coverage through Bell Media on CTV, TSN and RDS. Australian fans tune in free on SBS. Mexican viewers watch free on TelevisaUnivision and TV Azteca.
Keep reading for full details on channels and match counts for each country.
FIFA World Cup 2026 USA TV Coverage and Channels
Fox Sports holds English-language broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. Telemundo covers all Spanish-language broadcasts. Between the two networks American fans get access to all 104 matches.
English — Fox and FS1
Fox broadcasts 70 matches on network television. That is more than double the 34 matches Fox aired in 2022. FS1 carries the remaining 34 matches. Every match streams live and on demand in 4K on FOX One and the Fox Sports App.
Fox airs all three USMNT group stage matches. Every knockout round match from July 4 onward including all Quarterfinals, both Semifinals, the third-place match and the Final airs on Fox. A record 40 matches air in primetime across Fox (21) and FS1 (19).
Tubi simulcasts two matches free in 4K: Mexico vs. South Africa on June 11 and USA vs. Paraguay on June 12. Tubi also streams the opening ceremony free. No subscription is needed for Tubi.
| Channel | Matches | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Fox | 70 | Free over-the-air |
| FS1 | 34 | Cable/paid |
| FOX One / Fox Sports App | All 104 in 4K | Cable login OR $19.99/month |
| Tubi | 2 + Ceremony | Free |
Spanish — Telemundo, Universo and Peacock
Telemundo broadcasts 92 matches free over the air. Universo carries the remaining 12 matches. All 104 matches stream live on Peacock and the Telemundo app. Telemundo plans 700 hours of total World Cup programming which is the most extensive Spanish-language World Cup coverage in US broadcast history.
| Channel | Matches | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Telemundo | 92 | Free over-the-air |
| Universo | 12 | Cable/paid |
| Peacock Premium | All 104 | $7.99/month |
| Telemundo App | All 104 | Free with cable login |
For a full breakdown of streaming services and match times check our complete World Cup TV Schedule and Streaming Guide.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Canada TV Coverage and Channels
Bell Media holds all exclusive Canadian broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. CTV carries English coverage free over the air. TSN and RDS are available on cable and satellite. TSN+ offers standalone streaming at $24.99 per month. CTV GO and RDS GO stream free for existing cable subscribers. DAZN does not hold World Cup rights in Canada.
FIFA World Cup 2026 UK TV Coverage and Channels
BBC and ITV share UK broadcast rights equally. Both are free-to-air channels. All 104 matches reach UK viewers at no cost and no subscription is needed.
ITV opens the tournament with Mexico vs. South Africa on June 11 and airs 29 Group Stage matches. ITV broadcasts live from New York City for the full duration of the tournament. ITV also airs England vs. Croatia and England vs. Panama plus Scotland’s group match against Morocco on June 19. BBC covers England’s Round of 32, Round of 16 and Semi-Final matches. BBC also airs England vs. Ghana plus Scotland’s group games against Haiti and Brazil. The Final airs on both BBC and ITV at the same time.
UK fans can stream every match free on BBC iPlayer and ITVX. Scottish viewers can watch on STV and STV Player.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Australia TV Coverage and Channels
SBS holds the confirmed exclusive broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Australia. All 104 matches air live and free on SBS, SBS Viceland and SBS On Demand. No subscription is needed.
One important note: Seven Network and Optus Sport held the rights to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. They do not hold rights to the 2026 Men’s World Cup. SBS is the correct broadcaster for 2026.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Mexico TV Coverage and Channels
Mexico co-hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup and opens the tournament on June 11 at Estadio Azteca. TelevisaUnivision and TV Azteca both air all matches free nationwide. No subscription is needed for Mexican viewers.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Europe TV Channels and Broadcasters
Most European countries get strong free-to-air World Cup coverage. Some markets split rights between a free public broadcaster and a paid sports platform.
| Country | Broadcaster | Free or Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | TV Klan | Free |
| Andorra | RTVE, M6 | Free |
| Austria | ORF, ServusTV | Mixed |
| Belgium | VRT, RTBF | Free |
| Bosnia & Herzegovina | Arena Sport | Paid |
| Bulgaria | BNT | Free |
| Croatia | HRT | Free |
| Czechia | CT, TV Nova | Mixed |
| Denmark | DR, TV2 | Free |
| Finland | Yle, MTV3 | Free |
| France | M6, beIN Sports | Mixed |
| Germany | ARD, ZDF, Magenta Sport | Mixed |
| Greece | ERT | Free |
| Hungary | MTVA | Free |
| Iceland | RUV | Free |
| Israel | KAN | Free |
| Italy | RAI, DAZN | Mixed |
| Liechtenstein | SRG SSR | Free |
| Luxembourg | VRT, RTBF | Free |
| Malta | PBS | Free |
| Montenegro | Arena Sport, RTCG | Mixed |
| Netherlands | NOS | Free |
| North Macedonia | Arena Sport | Paid |
| Norway | NRK, TV2 | Free |
| Poland | TVP | Free |
| Portugal | Sport TV, LiveModeTV | Paid |
| Romania | Antena | Free |
| Russia | Match TV | Paid |
| San Marino | RAI, DAZN | Mixed |
| Serbia | Arena Sport | Paid |
| Slovakia | STVR, TV JOJ | Free |
| Slovenia | Arena Sport | Paid |
| Spain | RTVE, Mediapro/DAZN | Mixed |
| Sweden | SVT, TV4 | Free |
| Switzerland | SRG SSR | Free |
| Turkiye | TRT | Free |
| United Kingdom | BBC, ITV | Free |
| Vatican City | RAI, DAZN | Mixed |
France: M6 airs 54 matches free including all France national team games. Remaining matches are on beIN Sports. Stream free M6 matches on the 6play app at no cost.
Germany: ARD and ZDF share free sub-licensed matches. Magenta Sport holds full paid rights to all 104 matches. Check ARD and ZDF schedules for which matches air free.
Italy and Spain: RAI (Italy) and RTVE (Spain) air select matches free. DAZN in Italy and Mediapro/DAZN in Spain hold full paid rights for the complete tournament.
South America TV Channels and Broadcasters
| Country | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| Argentina | Telefe, TV Publica, TyC Sports |
| Bolivia | Red Uno, Unitel |
| Brazil | Grupo Globo, CazeTV, SBT/N Sports |
| Chile | Chilevision |
| Colombia | Caracol TV, Canal RCN, Win Sports |
| Ecuador | Teleamazonas |
| Paraguay | Trece, Unicanal, GEN TV, Popu TV |
| Peru | America Television |
| South America (regional) | DSports |
| Uruguay | Canal 5, Antel TV |
| Venezuela | Televen |
Brazil splits rights across three broadcasters. Grupo Globo handles primary broadcast. CazeTV covers streaming. SBT/N Sports carries secondary broadcast rights. Brazil is one of the most competitive broadcast markets in this tournament.
Asia and Pacific TV Channels and Broadcasters
| Country | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | ATN |
| Armenia | AMPTV |
| Australia | SBS |
| Azerbaijan | ITV |
| Cambodia | Hang Meas |
| China | CMG |
| Fiji | Fijian Broadcasting Corporation |
| Georgia | GPB |
| Hong Kong | PCCW |
| Indonesia | TVRI, RRI |
| Iran | IRIB TV3, Persiana Sports |
| Japan | DAZN, NHK, Nippon TV, Fuji TV |
| Kazakhstan | QAZTRK |
| Kyrgyzstan | KTRK |
| Macau | TDM |
| Maldives | ICE Networks, Medianet |
| Mongolia | MME |
| Nepal | Acepro Media, Prime TV |
| New Zealand | TVNZ |
| Philippines | Aleph Group |
| Singapore | Mediacorp |
| South Korea | JTBC, NAVER Sports/CHZZK |
| Taiwan | ELTA Sports, EBC, TTV |
| Tajikistan | Varzish TV, TV Football |
| Timor-Leste | ETO |
| Turkmenistan | Turkmenistan Sport |
| Uzbekistan | Zor TV |
| Vietnam | FPT Telecom |
Japan splits coverage across four broadcasters. DAZN handles streaming. NHK is the public broadcaster. Nippon TV and Fuji TV share traditional broadcast rights. Japan is one of the most broadcast-rich markets in the entire tournament.
South Korea: JTBC holds traditional TV rights. NAVER Sports and CHZZK target digital-first and younger Korean fans through online streaming.
Middle East and Africa TV Channels and Broadcasters
| Country/Region | Broadcaster | Access |
|---|---|---|
| MENA | beIN Sports | Paid |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | New World TV, SuperSport | Mixed |
| Niger | ORTNN | Free |
| South Africa | SABC | Free |
MENA: beIN Sports covers Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Morocco and all other markets across the Middle East and North Africa. A beIN Sports subscription is required in most MENA territories.
Africa: SuperSport covers paid markets across Sub-Saharan Africa. New World TV provides broader regional access. South African fans watch free on SABC.
Bangladesh India and Subcontinent Broadcasting Update
FIFA’s broadcast tender for India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bhutan closed in September 2025. As of March 2026 no official broadcaster has been confirmed for this region.
The Maldives is separately confirmed with ICE Networks and Medianet.
Fans in Bangladesh and India should check FIFA’s official broadcaster page and local sports networks for a confirmed rights holder before the June 11 kickoff.
2026 FIFA World Cup Coverage FAQs
Will the 2026 FIFA World Cup be in 4K?
Yes. Every match streams live in 4K on FOX One and most major Pay TV providers. Tubi also streams the opening ceremony and two matches — Mexico vs. South Africa and USA vs. Paraguay — free in 4K with no subscription needed.
Can I watch the 2026 World Cup outside my country?
Your home country broadcaster app may block access outside its territory due to regional rights restrictions. A VPN can help you access your home broadcaster while traveling abroad. Always use a reputable VPN service and check local laws before using one.
Does FIFA+ stream the 2026 World Cup live?
FIFA+ will not stream most matches live in countries where exclusive broadcast rights have been sold to local partners. FIFA+ may offer highlights, behind-the-scenes content and non-live programming during the tournament.
What time do the 2026 World Cup matches kick off in the US?
Most matches kick off between 12:00 PM ET and 9:00 PM ET. Some Group Stage matches may start as early as 9:00 AM PT on the West Coast. The Final kicks off at 3:00 PM ET on July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
How many matches will air in primetime on Fox?
A record 40 matches air in primetime across Fox (21) and FS1 (19). That is more primetime World Cup matches than any previous tournament in US broadcast history.
Will the 2026 World Cup Final be free to watch?
Yes. In the US the Final airs free on Fox at 3:00 PM ET. In the UK the Final broadcasts free on both BBC and ITV at the same time. In Mexico the Final airs free on TelevisaUnivision and TV Azteca. In Australia the Final airs free on SBS.
Do I need a cable subscription to watch the 2026 World Cup in the US?
No. Fox and Telemundo both broadcast matches free over the air with a standard TV antenna. Tubi streams the opening ceremony and two matches free online with no subscription needed. For full access to all 104 matches without cable you need either a live TV streaming service like Fubo or YouTube TV, or a direct subscription to FOX One at $19.99 per month.
Can I watch the 2026 World Cup on my phone?
Yes. Download the Fox Sports App for English coverage or the Telemundo App for Spanish coverage. Both apps stream matches live. Peacock Premium at $7.99 per month streams all 104 matches in Spanish on mobile with no cable needed.
All broadcaster details are accurate as of March 2026. Some regional rights may update before the June 11 kickoff. Always confirm with your local official broadcaster.