How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Schedule and Broadcast Details

Soccer fans can tune into the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup, featuring a record 104 matches across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, beginning Thursday, June 11. While tickets may be scarce and expensive, numerous viewing options ensure fans won't miss any action.

FOX and NBCUniversal hold the primary broadcasting rights for the tournament. FOX will air 78 games, including a record 40 matches during primetime in the U.S. Spanish-language broadcasts will be available exclusively on NBC-owned Telemundo and Universo. All matches will also be accessible for on-demand streaming.

Viewers with a TV antenna can watch 70 matches for free on the FOX network channel. Additional games will be available on the cable channel Fox Sports 1. Ninety-two of the 104 matches will be free in Spanish on Telemundo, with the remainder on the cable network Universo.

For cord-cutters, the opening match on June 11 between co-host Mexico and South Africa, along with the United States' opener against Paraguay on June 12, will stream for free on Tubi, an ad-supported service from Fox. All matches are available via streaming on FOX One and the FOX Sports app. Peacock offers exclusive Spanish-language streaming, while subscription services like YouTube TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV also provide access.