Broadcaster Guide: How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Online

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is expected to draw record television and streaming audiences worldwide. To ensure you don't miss a single match due to buffering, it is crucial to know your region's official broadcasting networks.

United States: Fox Sports & Peacock

For US-based fans, English language coverage is split between Fox (over-the-air) and FS1 (cable). You can stream all matches via the Fox Sports App by logging in with TV provider credentials.

For Spanish coverage, Telemundo holds the rights. If you don't have cable, you can sign up for Peacock Premium or use a FuboTV Free Trial to watch live coverage on your phone, tablet, or TV.

United Kingdom: Free-to-Air on BBC and ITV

UK soccer fans are treated to completely free coverage! The BBC and ITV share the rights. All 104 matches will be streamed live and free of charge on BBC iPlayer and ITVX. Simply register a free account to access HD feeds and full match replays.

Canada: CTV & TSN

TSN holds the English rights in Canada, and RDS carries the French broadcast. TSN+ offers standalone digital subscription passes for cord-cutters, while CTV provides select matches free-to-air.

For a detailed breakdown of all streams and direct links, check out our official Where to Watch guide.