If you're old enough, you'll remember watching the 1994 World Cup in the United States, mesmerized by the passion and wonderful spectacle that soccer could bring to North American soil. Now, some 32 years later, the nation is counting down the days until June 11, 2026, when the beautiful game returns to our continent in unprecedented fashion.
For soccer fans in the US who are looking forward to the World Cup as much as we are, here's GOAL's guide to how you can tune into all the ties, know all the match schedules, different locations and how to watch via your television at home or on your mobile device while on-the-go.
Who has broadcast rights to the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
As a US soccer fan, there are multiple ways to watch the live soccer games through a variety of streaming providers. For anyone with a TV streaming subscription, there are plenty of ways to catch every World Cup match, with each offering different levels of overall television coverage and extras.
English language coverage
To watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in English within the United States, your primary destination is FOX Sports, which holds exclusive broadcast rights for all 104 matches. Every game will air live on either your local FOX station or FS1, with the Final scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
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If you have moved away from traditional cable, you can subscribe to the new FOX One standalone streaming service for $19.99/month, or access the coverage through live TV platforms like Fubo, Sling TV and DirecTV. Cable subscribers can also stream matches via the FOX Sports app using their provider credentials.
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Spanish language coverage
Spanish-language coverage for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is exclusively handled by NBCUniversal, with all 104 matches airing live across Telemundo and Universo. As the primary broadcaster, Telemundo will air 92 of these matches free over-the-air, while the remaining 12 will be shown on the cable channel Universo.
For streamers, every single match will be available live on Peacock (Premium and Premium Plus tiers) as well as the Telemundo App for those with cable authentication. This expansive presentation includes over 700 hours of dedicated Spanish-language programming, featuring on-site studio analysis, pre-game shows like La Previa, and nightly recaps.
How to watch 2026 FIFA World Cup for free?
To watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free in the United States, the most reliable method is using a digital antenna to access your local FOX and Telemundo stations, which will broadcast the majority of matches over-the-air at no cost. For streaming, Tubi will provide free 4K simulcasts of high-profile events, including the opening ceremonies and the initial matches for both the U.S. and Mexico.
You can also take advantage of one-week free trials offered by services like FOX One, YouTube TV, or Fubo to cover specific portions of the tournament. Additionally, the FIFA+ app and the official YouTube channels of rights holders will offer free access to highlights, analysis, and select full-match replays throughout the event.