2026 FIFA World Cup Broadcasting Guide: How to Watch All 104 Matches
The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, will air on multiple networks and streaming platforms, with 70 matches available for free on TV and 92 in Spanish on Telemundo, according to FOX and NBCUniversal. The tournament, which begins June 11, will feature 40 matches during primetime on FOX, with all games accessible via streaming services.
Broadcasting Rights and Free Viewing Options
Viewers in the U.S. can watch 70 matches for free via TV antenna or smart TV access to the FOX network, with the remaining 34 matches on Fox Sports 1. Spanish-language broadcasts will air on Telemundo for 92 matches, while Universo covers the rest. The opening match between Mexico and South Africa on June 11 and the U.S. debut against Paraguay on June 12 will be free on Tubi, an ad-supported streaming service owned by FOX.
“Imagine, with this World Cup, a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks,” U.S. team captain Tim Ream said, noting that 5 billion people are expected to watch. FOX and NBCUniversal hold rights for 78 U.S. games, with 13 each in Canada and Mexico. All matches will also be available on-demand through platforms like FOX One, Peacock, YouTube TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV, though some require subscriptions.
Streaming Platforms and Subscription Services
Peacock offers exclusive Spanish-language streaming rights, while FOX One and the FOX Sports app provide access to all games. For cord-cutters, Tubi will stream the opening matches for free. Other services like YouTube TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV require monthly fees, though specific pricing details were not disclosed in the original source.
Telemundo and Universo will broadcast every match in Spanish, with 92 games available on Telemundo and 12 on Universo. The U.S. Men’s National Team’s group stage matches—against Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey—will air on FOX and Telemundo, with kickoffs at 9 p.m. ET, 3 p.m. ET, and 10 p.m. ET, respectively.
U.S. Men’s Team Schedule
The U.S. team’s group stage begins June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, against Paraguay. The team will face Australia on June 19 at Lumen Field in Seattle and Turkey on June 25 at SoFi Stadium. All three matches will be broadcast on FOX and Telemundo, with times and venues confirmed by the U.S. Soccer Federation.
Knockout Stage Dates and Venues
The Round of 32 begins June 28, with matches scheduled across U.S. and Mexican cities, including Inglewood, Houston, and Guadalajara. The quarterfinals, semifinals, and final will take place in July, with the championship game set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Specific matchups and venues for later rounds will be determined by the tournament’s bracket, which was not fully detailed in the original source.
How to Follow World Cup News
CBS Sports will provide live updates, highlights, and analysis throughout the tournament. Fans can also track schedules and results on FIFA’s official website and the U.S. Soccer Federation’s platform. For real-time coverage, fans are advised to check local listings and streaming service availability closer to the event.