Where to watch the 2026 World Cup
This guide summarizes typical legal options by country. Rights can change — always confirm on the broadcaster’s site and FIFA before kick-off. For exact kick-offs use the fixture or your national team page.
🇦🇷 Argentina
Streaming: Star+, Disney+ (depending on bundle and year). TV / cable: TyC Sports, DSports, TV Pública and others per the official schedule. Search “World Cup 2026 broadcast Argentina” about a month ahead to confirm each round.
🇲🇽 Mexico
Traditional TV: Televisa, TV Azteca, TUDN. Digital: ViX, Claro Sports or other apps depending on 2026 rights.
🇪🇸 Spain
RTVE (free-to-air) and pay-TV operators often share coverage depending on the UEFA/FIFA cycle.
🇺🇸 United States
English: FOX / FS1 and related streaming. Spanish: often Telemundo / Peacock or similar — confirm the 2026 guide.
🇧🇷 Brazil
Free-to-air: TV Globo (historical reference, broadcasts every World Cup nationwide). Cable/streaming: SporTV, GloboPlay. TV Globo is the most-watched channel in Latin America.
🇨🇴 Colombia
Free-to-air: Canal RCN, Caracol TV. Cable: Win Sports, ESPN Colombia. Confirm the rights split for 2026 on each broadcaster's official site.
🇨🇱 Chile · 🇺🇾 Uruguay
Chile: Canal 13, CHV (free-to-air), TNT Sports / ESPN (cable). Uruguay: Canal 10, Canal 4 and streaming depending on provider (Antel, DirecTV). Rights are renewed each World Cup cycle.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Free-to-air: ITV and BBC typically share matches based on the European rights deal. Cable/streaming: TNT Sports. Check broadcaster apps for the full schedule before the tournament.
🇫🇷 France
Free-to-air: TF1 and M6 usually share the highest-profile matches. Cable/streaming: beIN Sports (France's main international football channel). Rights are renegotiated every four years.
Argentina matches · Where to watch
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Frequently asked questions
How can I watch the 2026 World Cup in Argentina?
In Argentina rights are usually split between streaming (Star+, Disney+) and free-to-air or pay TV (for example TV Pública, TyC Sports, or DSports, depending on the year and FIFA deal). Check official listings close to the date — broadcasters publish the channel-by-channel schedule.
Which channels show the 2026 World Cup in Mexico?
In Mexico, Televisa, TV Azteca, TUDN, and platforms like ViX or Claro Sports have historically been involved depending on the rights cycle. For 2026, confirm on each outlet’s official site and FIFA+.
Where can I watch the 2026 World Cup in Spain?
Major tournaments in Spain often air on RTVE and/or pay operators (Movistar Plus+, etc.) depending on the current contract. Check the programming guide a few weeks before kick-off.
How can I watch the 2026 World Cup in the US in Spanish?
In the US, English coverage is often on FOX / FS1 with Spanish-language options (Telemundo, Peacock, or others depending on the cycle). Filter for “Spanish-language broadcast” in your provider’s guide.
Is any World Cup coverage free?
Some matches or highlights may air on free TV or ad-supported services, depending on country and contract. Avoid pirate streams — they risk malware and poor quality; legal options often include free trials or basic bundles.
Does FIFA+ stream live matches?
FIFA+ has a lot of archive and documentary content; live match availability varies by region and year. Use it as a complement and check the app to see if your country has live World Cup coverage.
Where can I watch the 2026 World Cup in Brazil?
In Brazil TV Globo broadcasts free-to-air and is the historical reference for World Cup coverage. SporTV and GloboPlay cover all matches on cable and streaming. Confirm details at globo.com before the tournament.
Which channel shows Argentina at the 2026 World Cup?
In Argentina, national team matches typically air on TV Pública (free) and pay channels like TyC Sports and DSports. Streaming is available on Star+/Disney+ depending on your bundle. Check with your provider a few weeks before each match.