2026 FIFA World Cup TV Schedule: Channels & Live Streaming (USA)
The 2026 FIFA World Cup TV schedule is complete. Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s Final at MetLife Stadium, with Ferran Torres scoring the winner in the 106th minute to seal Spain’s second World Cup title after 2010. The match aired free on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish.
The tournament delivered all 104 matches across 39 days, from the June 11 opener to the July 19 Final. FOX and FS1 carried every match in English, while Telemundo, Universo and Peacock covered Spanish. If you missed anything, FOX One has full replays in 4K, Peacock has every match on demand in Spanish, and Tubi hosts free highlights and replays.
This guide covers the Final result, the Golden Boot outcome, full results by round, and every legal way to rewatch the tournament on TV or streaming.
2026 FIFA World Cup Final Result: Spain 1-0 Argentina
Spain are world champions. Ferran Torres fired under the crossbar in the 106th minute after Nico Williams kept the move alive, deciding a Final that Spain dominated with 20 shots while Argentina failed to put a single attempt on target. Argentina played the last half hour with 10 men after Enzo Fernández collected a second yellow card in the 93rd minute, and Emiliano Martínez kept the score down with a string of saves. Spain finished the tournament unbeaten and conceded just one goal in seven matches. For Lionel Messi, likely playing his final World Cup match, it ended in defeat.
| Match | Result | Goalscorer | Channels | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain vs Argentina (Final) | Spain won 1-0 (AET) | Ferran Torres 106′ | FOX, Telemundo | MetLife Stadium, New Jersey |
Kylian Mbappé finished as the tournament’s top scorer with 10 goals, having also become the all time World Cup record scorer with 22 career goals. Messi ended on 8 goals and 4 assists. The Final also delivered the first halftime show in World Cup history, with Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira and BTS performing in a show curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, after a closing ceremony featuring Post Malone, Tom Cruise, Robbie Williams and Jennifer Hudson on the US national anthem. Full recap in our World Cup Final coverage and halftime show guide.
Third Place Result: England 6-4 France (Saturday, July 18)
England beat France 6-4 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami to take third place, holding off a stunning France comeback in one of the highest scoring matches in World Cup history. Bukayo Saka scored a hat trick, with Declan Rice, Ezri Konsa and Jude Bellingham also on the score sheet. Mbappé struck twice for France, and Bradley Barcola and Ousmane Dembélé added the others. It was Didier Deschamps’ last game in charge of France, with Zinedine Zidane expected to succeed him. Full recap in our third place match coverage.
2026 FIFA World Cup TV Channels USA (Broadcast Rights)
FOX Sports held exclusive English rights to all 104 matches, and NBCUniversal’s Telemundo held Spanish rights. Here is how the coverage split:
- FOX broadcast a record 70 matches, including every match from the Round of 16 through the Final.
- FS1 carried the other 34 in English: 32 group stage matches and 2 Round of 32 matches.
- Telemundo showed 92 matches in Spanish, including every knockout match.
- Universo carried the 12 simultaneous matches on the final group matchday.
- FOX One streamed all 104 matches live in 4K ($19.99 a month) and keeps full replays available on demand.
- Peacock streamed all 104 matches in Spanish on Premium ($10.99 a month), with every match available on demand.
- Tubi streamed the opener and USA vs Paraguay free in 4K and hosts a free FIFA World Cup hub with highlights and replays.
2026 FIFA World Cup TV Schedule by Round (Full Results)
The tournament ran June 11 to July 19, 2026 across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with 48 teams and 104 matches for the first time. Here is how every round played out on TV:
- Group stage (June 11 to 27): 72 matches split between FOX and FS1 in English, Telemundo and Universo in Spanish. Tunisia vs Japan marked the 1,000th match in World Cup history.
- Round of 32 (June 28 to July 3): the first World Cup knockout round with 32 teams. FOX aired 14 matches and FS1 aired 2.
- Round of 16 (July 4 to 7): all 8 matches on FOX, including a July 4 doubleheader. The USMNT, Germany, Brazil and Italy all went out in this round.
- Quarterfinals (July 9 to 11): all 4 matches on FOX, producing semifinalists France, Spain, England and Argentina.
- Semifinals (July 14 to 15): Spain beat France 2-0 and Argentina beat England 2-1, with Messi sparking a late rally in Atlanta. Full recap in our England vs Argentina coverage.
- Third place (July 18): England beat France 6-4 in a ten goal classic in Miami, sealed by a Saka hat trick.
- Final (July 19): Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time at MetLife Stadium, with Ferran Torres scoring the only goal.
For every completed score and bracket path, see our full World Cup 2026 schedule and results.
USA Men’s National Team TV Schedule and Results
The USMNT won Group D with 6 points, playing all three group matches on home soil, each on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Their run ended with a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16 on July 6.
| Date | Match | Round | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, June 12 | USA vs Paraguay | Group D | USA won 4-1 | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood CA |
| Fri, June 19 | USA vs Australia | Group D | USA won 2-0 | Lumen Field, Seattle |
| Thu, June 25 | USA vs Türkiye | Group D | USA lost 3-2 | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood CA |
| Mon, July 6 | USA vs Belgium | Round of 16 | USA lost 4-1 | Lumen Field, Seattle |
John Strong and Stu Holden called every USMNT match for FOX, with Jenny Taft reporting from the sideline. Katy Perry headlined the opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium on June 12 ahead of USA vs Paraguay.
2026 FIFA World Cup TV Schedule: How to Rewatch Every Match
Replays via Cable or Satellite
If you have cable or satellite, your TV provider login unlocks on demand replays in the FOX Sports app and the Telemundo app at no extra cost, including the Final in 4K where your provider carries the FOX 4K feed.
Stream Replays Without Cable
Cable is not required to rewatch the tournament. These are the current prices as of July 19, 2026:
| Service | World Cup Replays | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOX One | All 104 matches on demand in 4K (English) | $19.99/mo or $199.99/yr | 3 days |
| Peacock Premium | All 104 matches on demand (Spanish) | $10.99/mo | None |
| Peacock Premium Plus | All 104 matches on demand (Spanish), fewer ads | $16.99/mo | None |
| Tubi | Free highlights and match replays | Free | N/A |
| YouTube TV | Cloud DVR recordings of FOX, FS1, Telemundo | $82.99/mo | Varies |
| Hulu + Live TV | DVR recordings of FOX, FS1, Telemundo | $89.99/mo | None |
| DIRECTV Stream | DVR recordings of FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Universo | $89.99/mo | 5 days |
FOX One is the best path for English replays in 4K, and a 3 day free trial is enough to rewatch the Final. Peacock Premium at $10.99 a month is the cheapest path for full Spanish replays, and Tubi is completely free for highlights and select replays.
How Much of the World Cup Was Free in the USA?
Free coverage was real all tournament: 92 of 104 matches aired free with a TV antenna, including the Final, the closing ceremony and the halftime show. Only the 12 simultaneous final group matchday games sat exclusively on FS1 and Universo.
- FOX with an antenna: 70 matches free in English, including every match from the Round of 16 through the Final.
- Telemundo with an antenna: 92 matches free in Spanish, including every knockout match.
- Tubi: streamed the opener and USA vs Paraguay free in 4K, and still hosts free highlights and replays.
How to Rewatch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in 4K
FOX produced every match in native 4K HDR, making this the first World Cup with full 4K coverage on a US streaming service. FOX One carries the 4K replays on demand at no extra charge, and the FOX Sports app offers them with a TV provider login. You need a 4K HDR TV, a 4K capable streaming device and at least 25 Mbps of stable internet. More setup help in our 4K viewing guide.
How the World Cup Aired Outside the United States
Rights split across regional broadcasters worldwide. In the UK, BBC and ITV shared all 104 matches free. In Australia, SBS showed every match free. In Canada, CTV and TSN carried English coverage with RDS in French, and most European countries had free coverage on public broadcasters. For the full list by country, see our worldwide TV coverage guide. If you use streaming apps while traveling, our VPN guide explains how to keep your home subscriptions working legally.
FAQ About the 2026 World Cup on TV in the USA
Who won the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the Final at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 19. Ferran Torres scored the winner in the 106th minute. It is Spain’s second World Cup title after 2010, and they conceded just one goal in the entire tournament.
Where can I rewatch the 2026 World Cup Final?
FOX One has the full Final replay on demand in 4K, and a 3 day free trial covers it. The FOX Sports app offers the replay with a TV provider login, Peacock has it on demand in Spanish, and Tubi hosts free highlights.
Who won the Golden Boot at the 2026 World Cup?
Kylian Mbappe finished as top scorer with 10 goals, including two in the third place match, and became the all time World Cup record scorer with 22 career goals. Lionel Messi finished on 8 goals and 4 assists.
Who won the 2026 World Cup third place match?
England beat France 6-4 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Saturday, July 18 to claim third place. Bukayo Saka scored a hat trick, with Declan Rice, Ezri Konsa and Jude Bellingham adding the others, while Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France in Didier Deschamps’ last game in charge.
Was the 2026 World Cup on ESPN?
No. FOX Sports held exclusive English rights to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with every match on FOX or FS1. ESPN did not carry any matches, though a FOX One and ESPN bundle was sold for $39.99 a month.
Will Netflix stream the next World Cup?
Netflix did not carry the men’s 2026 FIFA World Cup, but it holds exclusive US rights to the 2027 and 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cups.
What is the difference between FOX One and the FOX Sports app?
FOX One is a paid standalone streaming service at $19.99 a month with no cable login required. The FOX Sports app is free to download but needs a TV provider login. Both carry every World Cup match replay in 4K.
Who performed at the World Cup Final halftime show?
Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira and BTS headlined the first halftime show in World Cup history, curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, with characters from The Muppets also appearing. The closing ceremony featured Post Malone, Tom Cruise, Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger and IShowSpeed, and Jennifer Hudson sang the US national anthem.
How many 2026 World Cup matches were free in the USA?
92 of 104 matches aired free with a TV antenna: 70 on FOX in English and 92 on Telemundo in Spanish, including the Final. Only the 12 simultaneous final group matchday games were exclusive to FS1 and Universo.
Who called the 2026 World Cup Final for FOX?
John Strong and Stu Holden called the Final, their third straight men’s World Cup as the lead FOX booth. Ian Darke and Landon Donovan formed the second booth, with analysts including Cobi Jones, Maurice Edu, Clarence Seedorf and Warren Barton, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic in the studio.
When is the next FIFA World Cup?
The next men’s FIFA World Cup is in 2030, hosted across Spain, Portugal and Morocco with centenary matches in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. Before that, the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup takes place in Brazil, streaming in the US on Netflix.
Final Word
The 2026 FIFA World Cup TV schedule is complete: Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time to lift their second title, capping 104 matches across 39 days on FOX, FS1, Telemundo and Universo, 92 of them free with an antenna. To relive the tournament, FOX One carries every replay in 4K English, Peacock Premium has every match in Spanish, and Tubi offers free highlights. For the full match by match archive, see our World Cup 2026 schedule and results.
