How to watch World Cup in USA
In the United States, FOX Sports holds the exclusive English-language TV rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while Telemundo holds the exclusive Spanish-language rights. Coverage is shared across free-to-air, pay-TV, subscription streaming and authenticated streaming options, with FOX, Telemundo and selected Tubi matches available without a traditional cable subscription. The FIFA World Cup live stream in the United States is available through FOX One, the FOX Sports app, Peacock, the Telemundo App and Tubi for selected free matches.
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How to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 live in the USA
See the full match schedule, kick-off times, standings and TV listings.
Fox Sports holds the exclusive English-language broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. The tournament will be staged across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Coverage is available across FOX’s broadcast and digital platforms.
Where to Watch
- FOX Network – 69 matches
- FS1 – 35 matches
- FOX One – All 104 matches
- FOX Sports app – All 104 matches
Streaming Availability
Viewers can live stream all 104 World Cup matches via FOX One and the FOX Sports app. Streaming is available on supported devices with MVPD authentication.
- Native 4K streaming supported
- Maximum bandwidth approximately 15 Mbps
- Available on Android and iOS devices
- Supported platforms include Roku, Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Chromecast, and Xbox
- FOX One also available via Prime Video
Free-to-Air Coverage
Matches broadcast on the FOX Network can be viewed free-to-air using a digital antenna. The network is also accessible via participating pay-TV providers.
Subscription & Access
FS1 is distributed through cable, satellite, and live TV streaming providers.
- Xfinity / Comcast
- DirecTV
- Dish
- Spectrum
- Hulu + Live TV
- fuboTV
Streaming via FOX One and the FOX Sports app requires valid MVPD credentials.
Coverage Details
The 2026 tournament expands to 48 teams and 104 matches. FOX has announced more than 340 hours of first-run programming surrounding the competition.
- Pre-match and post-match studio programming
- Digital coverage and analysis
- Lead analyst: Thierry Henry
- Host: Rebecca Lowe
Replays & Highlights
Match replays, highlights, and related programming are available across FOX’s digital platforms, subject to platform policies and regional availability.
Fox Sports airs World Cup matches on FOX Network, Fox Soccer Plus, Fox Sports 1, Fox Sports 2, FOX 4K, FOX One, FOX Sports App, Foxsports.com or Tubi.
Tubi will stream select 2026 FIFA World Cup matches live and free in the United States, including the tournament’s opening ceremony and the opening matches of the USA and Mexico. The ad-supported streaming platform operates under Fox Corporation and distributes specific World Cup content as part of Fox’s U.S. rights agreement.
Matches Available on Tubi
- Opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
- Mexico vs. South Africa (June 11)
- USMNT vs. Paraguay (June 12)
These matches are available to stream free-to-air in 4K quality on supported devices.
World Cup FOX Hub
Tubi will launch a dedicated FIFA World Cup FOX Hub ahead of the tournament, featuring FOX Sports and FIFA-related programming. The hub includes original and exclusive digital content, such as the docuseries “Destination World Cup 2026,” along with additional tournament coverage.
How to Watch FIFA World Cup on Tubi
Live matches and related programming can be streamed through the Tubi app and website without a paid subscription. As an ad-supported platform, no MVPD authentication is required.
Supported Devices
- Android and iOS smartphones and tablets
- Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast
- PlayStation 4 and 5
- Xbox One and Xbox Series X
- Connected TV platforms including Xfinity X1 and Cox Contour
Web streaming is available via modern browsers including Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari.
Fútbol de Primera (FDP) holds the exclusive Spanish-language radio broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States and Puerto Rico. All 104 matches of the expanded tournament will be available live via nationwide radio affiliates and the network’s official digital platforms.
Live Radio Coverage
Fútbol de Primera will provide live Spanish-language commentary for every match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Coverage includes pre-match build-up, live in-game narration, and post-match analysis. Thanks to a partnership with TelevisaUnivision, the latter's network of radio stations will serve as the home for FDP's live World Cup commentary.
- Live match commentary in Spanish
- Pre-match and post-match analysis
- Expert coverage throughout the tournament
- Lead commentator: Andrés Cantor
Where to Listen
Matches can be heard free-to-air on affiliated radio stations across the United States and Puerto Rico.
All games are also available live through the official Fútbol de Primera mobile app, which can be downloaded at no cost on supported smart devices.
Additional Coverage
Beyond live match broadcasts, the network provides tournament coverage through its digital and social media channels, including interviews, highlights, and behind-the-scenes content from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
