Every one of the 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup airs live in English in the US on FOX and FS1. The FOX broadcast network carries 70 matches, FS1 carries 34, and all of them stream live and on demand in the FOX One and FOX Sports apps. In Spanish, all 104 matches air live across Telemundo and Universo, with 92 free over the air on Telemundo and the full slate streaming on Peacock and the Telemundo app.
You can start watching for free. Tubi streams the opening ceremony, the Mexico vs South Africa opener on Thursday, June 11, and USA vs Paraguay on Friday, June 12, live, free, and in 4K with no subscription required; you only need to sign in with a free Tubi account for the live matches. The first eight group-stage matches (June 11 through June 13) are also free in Spanish on the Telemundo app and on every Peacock tier. For the rest of the tournament without cable, the most direct option is FOX One at $19.99 per month with a 3-day free trial.
Watch the Opener and USA vs Paraguay Free on Tubi
Tubi's FIFA World Cup FOX Hub is the no-cost way into the tournament's first two days. It carries the opening ceremony, Mexico vs South Africa on June 11 at 3 PM ET, and USA vs Paraguay on June 12 at 9 PM ET, live, free, in 4K, with no subscription required; a free Tubi account handles the sign-in, and full replays do not even need that. The hub runs on connected TVs, mobile, and the web, and also serves cutdowns, highlights, select replays, and a 24/7 World Cup feed.
FOX One Streams All 104 Matches Without a Cable Plan
FOX One is FOX's standalone streaming service, and it carries every match along with the live FOX and FS1 channel feeds. It currently costs $19.99 per month with a 3-day free trial for new subscribers, and the sign-up page at fox.com is running a Buy 2 Months, Get 1 Free promotion through July 19 that works out to $39.98 for three months.
The subscription also includes live FOX Sports, FOX News, FOX Business, FOX Weather, FS1, FS2, and BTN. Apps cover Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Android TV, Samsung, LG, Vizio, Xbox, Xumo TV, and iPhone, iPad, and Android.
If you also want ESPN, the FOX One + ESPN Unlimited bundle costs $39.99 per month instead of $49.98 separately and lists the FIFA World Cup among its live sports, though it has no free trial.
Already Pay for TV? Sign In to the FOX Sports App
If your cable, satellite, or live TV subscription includes FOX and FS1, you do not need to buy anything new. Every match streams live and on demand in the FOX Sports app; sign in with your existing TV provider credentials at no extra cost.
Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock Carry Every Match in Spanish
Telemundo airs more than 700 hours of Spanish-language World Cup programming from June 11 to July 19, 2026. All 104 matches are live in Spanish, with 92 free over the air on Telemundo and 12 on Universo; during the group stage, Telemundo carries 60 matches and Universo 12.
All 104 matches also stream live in Spanish on the Telemundo app and on Peacock for Premium and Premium Plus subscribers. Peacock Premium costs $10.99 per month, while Premium Plus runs $16.99 per month and adds downloads plus ad-free viewing with limited exclusions.
Peacock is the only streaming platform offering the World Cup in Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos with Dolby AC-4 on supported devices, and it adds interactive features including Multiview, Vision de Campo (a vertical multi-angle mobile view), Catch Up with Key Plays, Live Picks & Trivia, and Tourney Brackets. From June 11 through June 13, the first eight group-stage matches are free on all Peacock tiers including Select, and free on the Telemundo app with no login required.
An Antenna Pulls In 70 FOX Matches and 92 on Telemundo
Because 70 of the 104 matches air on the FOX broadcast network and 92 air free over the air on Telemundo, a simple indoor antenna covers a huge share of the tournament with no monthly bill, provided you can receive those local stations. The main gap is FS1, which carries 34 matches and requires FOX One or one of the live TV services below.
Live TV Streaming Services With FOX and FS1 in the Lineup
Four services stand out if you want FOX and FS1 inside a bigger channel bundle.
YouTube TV
The Base Plan at tv.youtube.com costs $82.99 per month, and a current limited-time offer gives new users $67.99 per month for the first 3 months. There is a Try 10 days for $0 trial, and the lineup spans 100+ channels including FOX and FS1, with unlimited DVR and an optional 4K Plus add-on at $9.99 per month.
Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV costs $89.99 per month with ads after a 3-day free trial, or $99.99 per month for the no-ads tier. It bundles Disney+ and ESPN Select, carries more than 95 live channels including FOX and FS1, and includes unlimited DVR with recordings kept for up to nine months.
Fubo
Fubo's Pro plan is the World Cup fit here, currently listed at an introductory rate of $58.99 per month with a 5-day free trial for new subscribers. Pro includes unlimited Cloud DVR, streaming on up to 10 screens, and ESPN Unlimited and FOX One access at no extra cost. Fubo carries FS1 among its national sports networks, but local FOX depends on your area, so run your zip code through the lineup checker before subscribing.
Sling Select
Sling Select starts at $19.99 per month and includes FS1, FOX News, NFL Network, FX, and National Geographic. Subscribers in select markets also get local FOX, NBC, and/or ABC affiliates, with a $5 per month surcharge where one or two locals are available or $10 for all three. That makes Sling the budget route to FS1's 34 matches, but confirm your market actually receives the FOX affiliate before relying on it for the 70 FOX network matches.
Get Set Up Before the First Kickoff
- 1.Open Tubi's FIFA World Cup FOX Hub and sign in with a free Tubi account to watch the opening ceremony, the Mexico vs South Africa opener, and USA vs Paraguay free in 4K.
- 2.Open the Telemundo app (no login needed) or any Peacock tier from June 11 through June 13 for the first eight matches free in Spanish.
- 3.Hook up an indoor antenna if your area receives local FOX and Telemundo stations; that alone covers 70 matches in English and 92 in Spanish.
- 4.If you already pay for TV, sign in to the FOX Sports app with your provider credentials to stream every match at no extra cost.
- 5.Cord cutters can start the FOX One 3-day free trial at fox.com, then pay $19.99 per month or take the $39.98 three-month promo.
- 6.For a full channel bundle, pick YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, or Sling Select; for all 104 matches in Spanish, subscribe to Peacock Premium or Premium Plus.
Dates Worth Blocking Off
The tournament runs June 11 to July 19, 2026, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with 48 teams playing 104 matches; the 72 group-stage matches spread across 16 venues in the three host countries. A record 40 matches air in primetime, 21 on FOX and 19 on FS1. FOX's day-one coverage starts at 1 PM ET ahead of the 3 PM ET opener in Mexico City. The USMNT plays all three group matches on FOX.
- 1.June 12, USA vs Paraguay in Los Angeles at 9 PM ET, with pregame coverage from 6 PM ET.
- 2.June 19, USA vs Australia in Seattle at 3 PM ET, with coverage from 1 PM ET.
- 3.June 25, USA vs Türkiye in Los Angeles at 10 PM ET, with coverage from 9 PM ET.
Elsewhere, Canada opens June 12 in Toronto against Bosnia and Herzegovina, holders Argentina open June 16 against Algeria in Kansas City, and Japan vs Tunisia on June 20 will be the 1,000th match in FIFA World Cup history. The group stage closes June 27 with Jordan vs Argentina at 10 PM ET. The final kicks off Sunday, July 19 at 3 PM ET at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, with FOX's live final coverage starting at 12 PM ET.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch any 2026 World Cup matches completely free?
Yes. Tubi streams the opening ceremony, Mexico vs South Africa (June 11), and USA vs Paraguay (June 12) in 4K with a free account and no subscription, and the first eight group-stage matches (June 11 through June 13) are free in Spanish on the Telemundo app and on every Peacock tier.
Do I need cable to watch every match in English?
No. FOX One streams all 104 matches plus the live FOX and FS1 feeds for $19.99 per month with a 3-day free trial, and a current promo prices three months at $39.98. YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo also offer FOX and FS1 without a cable contract.
What channel are the USA matches on during the group stage?
All three USMNT group-stage matches air on the FOX broadcast network. The schedule is June 12 vs Paraguay at 9 PM ET, June 19 vs Australia at 3 PM ET, and June 25 vs Türkiye at 10 PM ET.
Is the World Cup available in 4K or HDR?
Tubi's two free matches, the opener and USA vs Paraguay, stream in 4K. Peacock is the only streaming platform offering the tournament in Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos with Dolby AC-4 on supported devices.
How do I watch every match in Spanish?
Telemundo airs 92 matches free over the air and Universo carries 12 more. Peacock Premium ($10.99 per month) or Premium Plus ($16.99 per month) streams all 104 matches live in Spanish, and all 104 also stream on the Telemundo app.
When is the 2026 World Cup final and what time does coverage start?
The final kicks off at 3 PM ET on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. FOX's live final coverage begins at 12 PM ET, and the match streams in the FOX One and FOX Sports apps.
