How to Watch the 2026 World Cup on TV and Streaming

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be one of the biggest sports events of the year. Soccer teams from around the world will compete in more than 100 games. The tournament will happen in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Fans can watch the games on TV channels and streaming services.

The World Cup starts on Thursday, June 11, 2026, and ends on Sunday, July 19. For the first time ever, three cities will host opening ceremonies. Mexico City, Toronto, and Los Angeles will each have their own kickoff events on June 11 or 12. This is different from past World Cups that had just one opening ceremony.

A total of 48 teams will play in 16 different cities. Eleven cities are in the United States, three are in Mexico, and two are in Canada. This marks the first World Cup ever to be held across three countries at the same time. The final game will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, near New York City.

People with cable or satellite TV can watch all the games on Fox and FS1. Fox has promised to show all 104 games live on these channels. Spanish-speaking fans can watch 92 games on Telemundo. The official FIFA website will have the full schedule, scores, and team information.

For people who don't have cable, there are several streaming options. Fox One costs $20 per month and shows every match live. You can also watch games later if you miss them live. The service includes other Fox shows like dramas and reality TV.

YouTube TV offers a sports package for $55 per month for the first year. New users get a 21-day free trial to test the service. The package includes Fox, FS1, and Telemundo for World Cup games. It also has other major networks like ABC, NBC, CBS, ESPN, and the NFL Network.