The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 across three host nations: the USA, Canada, and Mexico. With 104 matches, 48 teams, and the biggest tournament format in history, it is the one sporting event you do not want to miss. France enters as one of the tournament favourites, and every single Les Bleus match is free to watch on French television.
This guide covers everything you need to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in France, from free-to-air TV channels to paid streaming, apps, radio, and the full France match schedule.
You will find free TV options on M6 and the 6play app, pay-TV coverage on beIN Sports for all 104 games, streaming options for every device, French radio via RMC, and France’s Group I fixture list with kick-off times. Get your setup sorted before June 11 so you are ready from the first whistle.
Official TV Channels for World Cup 2026 in France
The free-to-air broadcaster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in France is M6. Groupe M6 won the rights away from TF1, which had held the World Cup unbroken since 1978. M6 will broadcast 54 of the 104 matches, including every single France national team game in the group stage and beyond. That means all of Les Bleus’ games are free to watch on standard French television with no subscription needed.
beIN Sports is the official pay-TV partner and holds rights to all 104 matches. Of those, 50 are exclusive to beIN Sports and not available on free-to-air TV. The remaining 54 matches, including France’s games, are shared between beIN Sports and M6. If you only want to watch France, M6 has you covered. If you want every single match of the tournament, you need beIN Sports.
This split means casual fans can follow the whole tournament for free as long as they focus on the bigger matches, while football obsessives who want to watch every group stage game from every group will need to add beIN Sports. Check the official broadcast partners page for the full confirmed rights breakdown by country.
How to Watch World Cup 2026 for Free in France
M6 is your go-to free option. The channel broadcasts 54 World Cup matches at no cost, including all France fixtures. You can watch on a standard television aerial with no subscription. M6 is available on all French cable and satellite packages too, so if you already have Canal+, Orange TV, SFR, Free, or Bouygues at home, M6 is already in your channel list.
For free streaming, the 6play app (now rebranded as M6+) lets you watch every M6 broadcast live and on-demand at no cost. You just need a free account. The app was fully redesigned in 2026 and is available on Android, iOS, Samsung smart TVs, Android TV, Amazon Fire devices, and via web browser at m6.fr. All 54 free matches, including every France game, are available there at no extra charge.
The best free combination is simple: M6 on your TV for the big-screen experience, and 6play on your phone or tablet when you are away from home. Both are completely free. For fans who want to follow the full match schedule across all groups, that requires beIN Sports on top.
Live Stream FIFA World Cup 2026 in France
Watch World Cup 2026 Without Cable
If you want to stream the World Cup without a traditional TV subscription, you have two solid routes: the free 6play app for M6 matches, or beIN Sports CONNECT for the full 104-game package. Here is how the main options compare.
| Service | Channels | Price | Free Trial | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6play / M6+ | M6 | Free | N/A — always free | 54 matches including all France games. Free account required. |
| beIN Sports CONNECT | beIN Sports | €15/month | Check beinsports.com | All 104 matches. Direct subscription via beIN CONNECT website or app. |
| Orange TV + beIN Sports | M6 + beIN Sports | From €1/month (promo, then €15/month) | No | Best deal if you already have an Orange internet box. |
| SFR + beIN Sports | M6 + beIN Sports | €14.99/month | No | Add beIN Sports to your SFR plan. No commitment option available. |
| Canal+ Sport | M6 + beIN Sports + Canal+ + Eurosport | From €29.99/month | Check canal+.com | Full sports bundle. Best value if you want Eurosport and Canal+ too. |
The direct beIN Sports CONNECT route at €15/month is the cleanest option if you only want the World Cup and nothing else. If you are already an Orange, SFR, Free, or Bouygues customer, adding beIN Sports through your existing provider is usually simpler and sometimes cheaper thanks to operator promotions. You can check the latest beIN Sports France offers on their official site before signing up.
Watch World Cup 2026 on Cable TV
M6 is included in every major French cable and satellite package, so if you already subscribe to Canal+, Orange TV, SFR TV, Free, or Bouygues Telecom, you can watch all 54 free matches including every France game without paying anything extra. To access beIN Sports’ exclusive 50 matches on cable, you need to add a beIN Sports channel pack through your provider.
How to Watch World Cup on App and Supported Devices
The 6play app (M6+) is available on iOS, Android, Samsung smart TVs, Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV, and web browser. It is free to download and free to use. Just create a free M6 account and you have access to all 54 World Cup matches that M6 broadcasts, live and on-demand. The app was fully updated in March 2026 with a redesigned interface that makes finding live matches much easier.
The beIN Sports CONNECT app is available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Android TV, Samsung (Tizen), LG (WebOS), Hisense smart TVs, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox, and web browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. Once you subscribe, you can use the app across all your devices with a single login, so you can watch on the big screen at home and pick up on your phone when you head out.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Radio Coverage in France
RMC holds the official French radio broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and will provide live French-language commentary for all 104 matches from the June 11 opener through to the July 19 final. You can tune in on FM at 103.1 in Paris, 104.3 in Marseille, 104.2 in Lyon, and 98.8 in Monaco. Every France match will have full commentary.
For digital listening, the free RMC Radio app is available on iOS and Android and lets you stream live commentary anywhere. The RMC website also has a live player at rmc.bfmtv.com. Radio is a great backup for commutes, travel, or when a match kicks off late and you want the atmosphere without staring at a screen.
France World Cup Matches & When to Watch
France is in Group I alongside Senegal, Norway, and Iraq. All three group stage matches kick off in the evening French time, so there are no early-morning alarms needed. All France games are free on M6 and the 6play app. Here is the full schedule with kick-off times in CEST (Central European Summer Time, UTC+2).
| Date | Match | Time (CEST) | TV Channel | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, June 16 | France vs Senegal | 9:00 PM | M6 / beIN Sports | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford (New York New Jersey) |
| Monday, June 22 | France vs Iraq | 11:00 PM | M6 / beIN Sports | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia |
| Friday, June 26 | Norway vs France | 9:00 PM | M6 / beIN Sports | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough (Boston) |
How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in France FAQs
Can I watch the World Cup if I am travelling outside France?
The 6play and M6+ apps are geo-restricted to France. If you travel abroad during the tournament, you will not be able to access M6’s free stream. A VPN set to a French server can restore access. beIN Sports CONNECT is available in more countries but availability varies. Check beIN’s website for your destination before travelling.
Is the World Cup available in 4K in France?
beIN Sports CONNECT offers some content in HD. Confirmed 4K availability for the 2026 World Cup in France has not been announced by either M6 or beIN Sports. Check both services closer to the tournament for any 4K or HDR stream announcements.
Can I watch World Cup replays and highlights on demand?
Yes. The 6play app stores replays of all M6 broadcasts after they air, so you can catch any match you missed on demand at no cost. beIN Sports CONNECT also offers on-demand replays for all 104 matches for subscribers. Both services keep content available for several days after the match.
Can I watch the World Cup on my PlayStation or Xbox?
Yes. The beIN Sports CONNECT app is available on PlayStation 4/5 and Xbox consoles. Download it from your console’s app store, sign in with your beIN CONNECT credentials, and you can stream all 104 matches directly on your TV through your gaming console. The 6play app is available on Android TV and some smart TVs but not directly on PlayStation or Xbox.
How many screens can I use at once on beIN Sports CONNECT?
beIN Sports CONNECT allows simultaneous streaming on multiple devices, but the exact number of concurrent streams depends on your subscription type. Check the beIN Sports CONNECT website for the current terms on your plan before the tournament starts.
What happens if France reaches the knockout stage?
If France advances beyond the group stage, M6 is expected to continue broadcasting knockout matches involving Les Bleus on free-to-air TV, as part of their rights deal. All knockout stage matches are also available on beIN Sports. The knockout stage schedule runs from June 28 through to the July 19 final at MetLife Stadium.
To watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in France, you are well covered. M6 gives you 54 matches for free including every France game, and the 6play app puts those same matches on any screen. For fans who want all 104 games, beIN Sports CONNECT at €15/month is the complete solution, with apps on every major device.
Free fan with a TV aerial: M6 is all you need. Streaming from your phone: download 6play for free. Want every match without missing a single game: go with beIN Sports CONNECT. For full coverage wherever you are in the world, see the World Cup 2026 live stream guide worldwide. Get your setup ready before June 11 so you do not miss kick-off.
