How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Every Streaming Option Explained
By World Soccer Wire Editorial
The biggest soccer tournament in history kicks off on June 11. Here's exactly how to catch all 104 matches — whether you're in the US, UK, Canada, or anywhere else.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is unlike anything we've seen before. For the first time, 48 teams will compete across three countries — the United States, Canada, and Mexico — playing 104 matches over 39 days. The final takes place July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. If you're trying to figure out how to watch every minute of it without missing a goal, this guide has you covered.
US Viewers: Your Complete Streaming Breakdown
English-Language Coverage
FOX Sports holds all English-language broadcast rights in the US. Every one of the 104 matches airs across FOX (70 matches) and FS1 (34 matches), with every game streaming live and on demand through the FOX One app.
FOX One — FOX's new standalone streaming service is the cleanest cord-cutter solution. You get all 104 matches in 4K, live and on-demand, for $19.99/month or $199.99/year. No cable required.
FuboTV — The best sports-first live TV package for World Cup viewing. Carries FOX, FS1, FS2, Telemundo, and Universo — meaning you get both English and Spanish coverage under one roof.
Sling TV — The budget-friendly option. Sling Blue includes FS1 and FOX in select markets, making it the cheapest route to most matches.
Cable/Satellite subscribers — If you already have a cable package, you can stream matches through the FOX Sports app using your provider login.
Watch free: The opening match (Mexico vs. South Africa, June 11) and the USMNT's first game (USA vs. Paraguay, June 12) both stream free on Tubi, FOX's ad-supported platform.
Spanish-Language Coverage
NBCUniversal handles all Spanish-language rights. Telemundo broadcasts 92 matches free over the air, with the remaining 12 airing on Universo.
Peacock Premium is the single most affordable way to stream every Spanish-language match online. At $7.99/month, it covers every Telemundo and Universo broadcast.
USMNT Schedule: All Three Group Stage Matches on FOX
June 12 — USA vs. Paraguay | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles | 9:00 PM ET
June 19 — USA vs. Australia | Lumen Field, Seattle | 3:00 PM ET
June 25 — USA vs. Turkey | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles | 10:00 PM ET
Key Tournament Dates
June 11 — Tournament opens, Mexico vs. South Africa, Estadio Azteca
June 12 — First US match, USA vs. Paraguay, Los Angeles
June 13–27 — Group stage, up to 6 matches per day
July 4 — Round of 16 begins, FOX takes over for all remaining matches
July 19 — Final, MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey
International Viewers
Canada: CTV airs matches free over-the-air. TSN carries additional coverage at $29.99/month.
United Kingdom: BBC and ITV share rights. All 104 matches free on BBC iPlayer or ITVX — no subscription needed.
Australia: SBS and SBS Viceland, all free. Stream on SBS On Demand.
Mexico: TelevisaUnivision and TV Azteca free nationwide. Streaming on ViX.
Germany: ARD and ZDF for select free matches. MagentaTV has all 104.
France: M6 airs 54 matches free including all France games. Remainder on beIN Sports.
Brazil: Grupo Globo on TV, plus all 104 free on YouTube via CazéTV.
Quick Comparison: Best US Streaming Options
FOX One | $19.99/mo | FOX + FS1 | Best for cord-cutters who only want World Cup
FuboTV | ~$83/mo | FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Universo | Best for full coverage sports fans
Sling Blue | ~$45/mo | FS1, FOX select markets | Best budget option
Peacock Premium | $7.99/mo | Telemundo, Universo | Best for Spanish-language viewers
Tubi | Free | 2 matches only | Watch USA vs. Paraguay for free
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