FIFA World Cup 2026 TV Rights: Every Channel and Broadcaster by Country

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the most widely broadcast sporting event in history. FIFA sold rights across 190 plus territories worldwide generating approximately $3.92 billion in broadcasting revenue. From June 11 to July 19, 2026, all 104 matches across 16 venues in the USA, Canada, and Mexico reach fans on every continent through free-to-air television, cable, and streaming platforms.

This guide covers every confirmed World Cup 2026 TV rights holder by country so you know exactly where to watch.

World Cup 2026 TV Rights: Key Facts at a Glance

• Tournament Dates: June 11 to July 19, 2026
• Total Matches: 104
• Total Territories with Rights: 190 plus
• FIFA Broadcasting Revenue: Approximately $3.92 billion
• In-Flight and Cruise Rights: Sport24 covers 600 plus aircraft including Emirates and Singapore Airlines plus Royal Caribbean and Carnival cruise lines
• Digital Platform Deal: TikTok signed as FIFA preferred platform in January 2026
• International Broadcast Center: Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas
• Best Free-to-Air Market: UK with all 104 matches free on BBC and ITV
• Unconfirmed Markets: India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Pakistan and Sri Lanka as of April 2026

What Channel is the World Cup 2026 On in Your Country?

Use the tool below to find the official TV channel and streaming platform for your country. Data sourced from the official FIFA Media Rights Licensees list updated April 2026.

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. For the full match schedule with dates, kick-off times, and venues visit our complete schedule guide. For the full list of qualified nations visit our teams page.

USA: World Cup 2026 TV Rights and Channels

The USA co-hosts the 2026 World Cup and has the most extensive coverage setup of any single market.

English Coverage: FOX and FS1

FOX holds exclusive English-language rights for all 104 matches. FOX airs 70 matches free over the air which is more than double the 34 matches FOX broadcast in 2022. FS1 carries the remaining 34 matches on cable. FOX broadcasts all three USMNT group stage matches and every knockout round game from July 4 onward including all quarterfinals, both semifinals, the third place match, and the final. FOX One streams all 104 matches live in 4K at $19.99 per month. FOX delivers 340 plus hours of first-run programming with 40 primetime matches.

Spanish Coverage: Telemundo and Universo

Telemundo airs 92 matches free over the air which is the most men’s World Cup matches ever shown on a single US broadcast network in any language. Universo carries the remaining 12 matches on cable. Peacock Premium streams all 104 matches in Spanish at $7.99 per month. Tubi streams two matches free in 4K with no account needed. The two free Tubi matches are Mexico vs South Africa on June 11 and USA vs Paraguay on June 12. Tubi also streams the opening ceremony free.

Fans who want to stream without cable can access FOX and FS1 through FuboTV, YouTube TV, and Hulu Live.

UK: World Cup 2026 TV Rights and Channels

UK fans have the best free-to-air World Cup deal in the world. BBC and ITV share all 104 matches and every game is available at no cost with no subscription needed.

BBC broadcasts 52 matches on BBC One, BBC Two, and BBC Three with full streaming on BBC iPlayer. A valid TV licence is required for live broadcasts. ITV airs 52 matches including the opening game Mexico vs South Africa on June 11 and England vs Croatia on June 17. ITVX streams all ITV matches free with a free account. Both BBC and ITV simulcast the final on July 19. Scottish viewers can access selected matches on STV and STV Player.

Canada: World Cup 2026 TV Rights and Channels

Bell Media holds all exclusive Canadian rights. CTV carries English coverage free to air. TSN covers English cable and satellite. RDS covers French cable and satellite. TSN Plus offers standalone streaming at $24.99 per month. CTV GO and RDS GO stream free for existing cable subscribers. DAZN does not hold World Cup 2026 rights in Canada.

Australia: World Cup 2026 TV Rights and Channels

SBS broadcasts all 104 matches completely free on television and online. SBS On Demand streams every game free on phones, tablets, and smart TVs. SBS has broadcast every World Cup in Australia since 1986.

Mexico: World Cup 2026 TV Rights and Channels

TelevisaUnivision and TV Azteca both air all matches free nationwide with no subscription needed. Mexico opens the tournament on June 11 at the Estadio Azteca against South Africa.

Europe: World Cup 2026 TV Rights

Most European countries get strong free-to-air coverage through public broadcasters. In France, M6 airs 54 matches free including every France national team game. Stream M6 matches free on the 6play app. Remaining matches are on beIN Sports. In Germany, ARD and ZDF carry select games free while Magenta Sport holds full paid rights to all 104 matches.

In Spain, RTVE airs select matches free while DAZN via Mediapro holds all 104. In Italy, RAI carries 35 matches free and DAZN holds full paid rights. The Netherlands gets all matches free on NOS. For your specific European country use the broadcaster finder tool above.

Middle East, Africa and Rest of World

beIN Sports holds exclusive rights across 24 MENA countries covering Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Iraq, Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Bahrain, Oman and more. All matches are available on the beIN Sports Connect app.

In Sub-Saharan Africa, SuperSport covers 50 countries via DStv and GOtv alongside New World Televisions. South Africa gets all matches free on SABC and SABC Plus. South Africa plays the opening match against Mexico on June 11.

Brazil stands out in Latin America with CazéTV streaming the entire tournament free on YouTube. This is the biggest free online sports broadcasting deal in Brazilian history. Argentina gets free coverage on Telefe and TV Pública. For all other countries worldwide use the broadcaster finder tool above.

India and South Asia: World Cup 2026 TV Rights

This is the most significant unresolved broadcasting situation ahead of the 2026 tournament. As of April 2026, no broadcaster has been confirmed for India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Pakistan, or Sri Lanka. This is unprecedented because previous World Cups had rights sold years in advance.

FIFA’s initial asking price for the combined India rights covering 2026 and 2030 was reportedly $100 million. That figure dropped to approximately $35 million. Still no deal has been reached. The main reason is timing. With the tournament in North America, matches in India start around 11:30 PM and 12:30 AM IST. Late-night broadcasts attract lower advertising rates making it hard for private broadcasters to justify the investment.

Prasar Bharati, India’s public broadcaster, has entered discussions but no confirmation has been made. Fans in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka should check FIFA’s official broadcaster page at fifa.com regularly before June 11. The Maldives has confirmed coverage through Medianet. Nepal is confirmed through Acepro Media and Prime TV.

What About FIFA Plus?

FIFA Plus cannot broadcast live matches in countries where exclusive rights belong to a local broadcaster which covers almost every major territory worldwide. FIFA Plus carries highlights, press conferences, and behind-the-scenes content throughout the tournament. For live matches always use the official rights holder in your country.

FAQ about FIFA World Cup 2026 TV Rights