Live FIFA World Cup TV & Streaming Schedule

Where to Stream FIFA World Cup Live

The following premium networks and streaming platforms hold the verified digital broadcast rights to air official FIFA World Cup action.

The FIFA World Cup is the pinnacle of international soccer and the single most-watched sporting event on the planet. The 2026 edition is set to be the largest in history, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. For the first time, the tournament will feature an expanded 48-team format, delivering an unprecedented 104 matches across 16 iconic host cities from June to July.

Top contenders

Argentina enters as the defending champion, looking to cement their legacy on North American soil. Traditional powerhouses like France, Brazil, England, and Spain remain heavy favorites to lift the trophy. The expanded format also opens the door for historic underdog runs, giving rising football nations from Africa and Asia a larger platform on the global stage. The host nations—USMNT, Canada, and Mexico—are also looking to make deep runs in front of passionate home crowds.

Global viewership

The World Cup transcends sports, historically pulling in over 5 billion cumulative viewers globally throughout the tournament. The 2026 tournament is expected to break all existing broadcast and streaming records, driven by prime-time viewing hours across the Americas and massive digital engagement in Europe, Asia, and Africa. It is the ultimate global spectacle.

Streaming options in the US

English-language rights are held exclusively by FOX Sports. Every match will be broadcast across FOX and FS1, making cord-cutting services like FuboTV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling TV essential for live streaming. For Spanish-language coverage, Telemundo and Universo hold the broadcast rights, with every match available to stream live on Peacock Premium.

Streaming options in the UK

In the UK, the World Cup remains protected free-to-air content. Broadcast rights are traditionally shared equally between the BBC and ITV. Fans can stream matches live and on-demand entirely for free via BBC iPlayer and ITVX.

Streaming options in Canada & Mexico

In Canada, TSN and CTV hold the exclusive English rights, with streaming available via the TSN app and TSN+. French coverage is handled by RDS. In Mexico, TelevisaUnivision and TV Azteca provide comprehensive broadcast and streaming access for the massive domestic fanbase through ViX.

Streaming options in Europe

Coverage varies by nation, but public broadcasters generally share rights with premium networks. In Germany, ZDF and ARD handle free-to-air coverage, while MagentaTV streams all 104 matches. In France, TF1 and beIN Sports split the tournament. In Italy, RAI and Sky Italia provide the primary viewing portals.

International streaming options

Across the Middle East and North Africa, beIN Sports remains the undisputed home of the tournament. In Sub-Saharan Africa, SuperSport (via DStv) carries comprehensive live streams. South American fans can tune in via DIRECTV Sports, while Australian viewers can stream the entire event live and free on SBS On Demand.

Tournament schedule

The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11, 2026, with the opening match set for Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The group stage features 12 groups of four teams, advancing into an expanded 32-team knockout bracket. The tournament culminates with the highly anticipated Final on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.