World Cup 2026 schedule: Here's where to watch every match for free
The 2026 World Cup features 104 games across Canada, Mexico, and the USA. English coverage is available on FOX and FS1, while Spanish coverage airs on Telemundo and Universo. Streaming options include FOX One and Peacock.
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Spanish language broadcast and streaming partners have been added to the viewing list.
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World Cup 2026 Viewing Guide and Schedule Update
confidence 90%The 2026 World Cup features 104 games across Canada, Mexico, and the USA. English coverage is available on FOX and FS1, while Spanish coverage airs on Telemundo and Universo. Streaming options include FOX One and Peacock.
What's confirmed:
- The tournament consists of 104 games.
- Matches air in English on FOX and FS1.
- Spanish language coverage is provided by Telemundo and Universo.
- English streaming is available via FOX One.
- Spanish streaming is available via Peacock.
Still unconfirmed:
- Many matches are free over the air with a simple antenna.
- VPNs can be used to catch matches.
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2026 FIFA World Cup Viewing Guide
confidence 100%The 2026 men's World Cup takes place across Canada, Mexico, and the USA. The tournament consists of 104 games over 39 days. Matches air on FOX and FS1 with streaming available via FOX Sports and FOX One apps.
What's confirmed:
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup features 104 games.
- The tournament is hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the USA.
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FOX Sports to Broadcast All 2026 FIFA World Cup Matches
confidence 90%The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 across 16 cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. All 104 matches will air on FOX and FS1. Viewers can also stream games via the FOX Sports and FOX One apps.
What's confirmed:
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place across the US, Canada, and Mexico.
- A total of 104 matches are scheduled.
Still unconfirmed:
- The tournament concludes with the final on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
- FOX Sports serves as the English-language broadcaster for the 48-team event.
- Every match will stream live and on-demand through the FOX One and FOX Sports apps.
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Free Streaming Options for 2026 FIFA World Cup
confidence 90%The 2026 FIFA World Cup is taking place across the US, Canada, and Mexico. A total of 104 matches are scheduled. Viewers can access games through various streaming services, antennas, and free platforms.
What's confirmed:
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup features 104 matches.
- The tournament is hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico.
- Free viewing options include Tubi and YouTube.
Still unconfirmed:
- Portugal vs. DR Congo is available via a free live stream.
- FIFA+ provides a legal option to watch matches for free in the US.
- Peacock offers free trials to view the tournament.
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World Cup 2026: Free live streams available for select matches
confidence 92%The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway with matches airing on major networks, but free streaming options exist for some games. Confirmed free live streams include Mexico vs. South Africa and USA vs. Paraguay. Fans can access replays and highlights through platforms like Tubi and YouTube. Full coverage requires paid subscriptions to networks like FOX and Telemundo.
What's confirmed:
- Tubi is offering free live streams of Mexico vs. South Africa on June 11 and USA vs. Paraguay on June 12, with replays available afterward.
- YouTube and YouTube TV will provide live streaming access to World Cup matches across the United States.
- All 104 matches are televised across FOX, FS1, Telemundo, and Universo, requiring subscriptions to platforms like DirecTV or YouTube TV.
- England and Croatia played today, June 17, with the match scheduled for 4 p.m. ET.
Still unconfirmed:
- Free live streams may expand to additional matches beyond the two currently confirmed on Tubi.
- Unverified reports suggest VPNs could unlock regional broadcasts for free access to more games.