Here is how to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup on TV and streaming, wherever you are. This guide covers the United States TV schedule for today and the next two days, plus how to watch in Canada, Mexico, South America, the United Kingdom, and Australia. With the tournament in its knockout stage, every match is win-or-go-home, and this page is refreshed each evening so kickoff times and channels stay current through the final on July 19.
World Cup on TV Today: Quick Facts
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Last updated: July 18, 2026 (ET).
- Matches on TV today: 1 (Third Place Match).
- Marquee match today: England vs France, 5:00 PM ET on FOX.
- US TV: English on FOX/FS1, Spanish on Telemundo/Universo.
- US streaming: FOX One.
- Watch free: UK on BBC/ITV, Australia on SBS, Mexico on Canal 5 and Azteca.
- Updated: every evening through the July 19 final.
World Cup on US TV: Today and the Next Two Days
In the United States, FOX and FS1 carry English-language coverage, Telemundo and Universo carry Spanish, and every match streams on FOX One. These are Round of 32 knockout fixtures, all times Eastern.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
| Kickoff | Match | Venue | English | Spanish | Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 PM ET | England vs France | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida | FOX | Telemundo | FOX One |
Sunday, July 19, 2026
| Kickoff | Match | Venue | English | Spanish | Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 PM ET | Argentina vs Spain | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey | FOX | Telemundo | FOX One |
Monday, July 20, 2026
No matches scheduled.
How to Watch the 2026 World Cup by Country
United States
FOX and FS1 carry English-language coverage of all 104 matches, while Telemundo and Universo handle Spanish (also streaming on Peacock). Every match streams on FOX One and the Fox Sports app. Nationally televised games mean no blackouts, so any US viewer can watch the full tournament.
Canada
Bell Media holds exclusive Canadian rights. All 104 matches air in English on TSN and in French on RDS and RDS2. Select marquee fixtures, including every Canada match plus key knockout games through the final, also air free-to-air on CTV. Stream via the TSN app and TSN+, the CTV app and Crave, or the RDS app.
Mexico
Coverage is split between TelevisaUnivision and TV Azteca. TelevisaUnivision airs matches free-to-air on Canal 5, Canal 9, and Las Estrellas, with more on pay-TV network TUDN and streaming on ViX. TV Azteca airs 32 matches free-to-air on Azteca 7 and Azteca Uno, with streaming on Azteca Deportes. Between the two, every Mexico match is available free-to-air.
South America
Coverage varies by country. In Brazil, matches are on Globo and SBT, plus CazeTV free on YouTube. Argentina has Telefe and TyC Sports; Colombia has Caracol and RCN. Across much of the continent, including Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Uruguay, Chile, Peru, and Venezuela, national-team matches also stream on Disney+ through ESPN, while DSports holds regional pay-TV rights.
United Kingdom
The World Cup is free-to-air in the UK, shared between BBC and ITV, with free streaming on BBC iPlayer and ITVX. Every match is available at no cost, so no subscription is needed to follow the tournament.
Australia
SBS holds exclusive Australian rights and airs all 104 matches live and free on SBS, SBS Viceland, and SBS On Demand. No subscription is required to watch any game.
Frequently Asked Questions
What channel is the World Cup on in the US?
English-language matches air on FOX and FS1, and Spanish-language coverage is on Telemundo and Universo. Every match also streams on FOX One and the Fox Sports app.
How can I watch the World Cup for free?
Several countries offer free-to-air coverage: the UK on BBC and ITV, Australia on SBS, and Mexico on Canal 5, Las Estrellas, and Azteca. In Brazil, CazeTV streams every match free on YouTube.
Can I stream every World Cup match?
Yes. In the US every match streams on FOX One; in the UK on BBC iPlayer and ITVX; in Australia on SBS On Demand; in Canada via TSN+ and the CTV app; and in Mexico on ViX and Azteca Deportes.
How often is this page updated?
It is refreshed every evening through the July 19 final, so kickoff times, channels, and knockout matchups stay current as the bracket resolves.
More 2026 World Cup Resources
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Central: Standings, Brackets and Schedules
- 2026 World Cup Today: Schedule and Kickoff Times
- 2026 World Cup Round of 32 Schedule and Printable Bracket
- 2026 World Cup Bracket Maker: Interactive Simulator
- 2026 World Cup Printable Schedules: PDF Guides
Next round: see the 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals schedule, bracket & printable PDF (Round of 8, July 9-11).
