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Last updated: June 2026
⚽ Every match on Fox or Telemundo in the US
Fox Sports holds the exclusive English-language US rights to the FIFA World Cup 2026, and Telemundo (NBCUniversal) holds the exclusive Spanish-language rights. All 104 matches are carried across Fox, FS1, FS2, Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock. The opening match and the USMNT opener also stream free in 4K on Tubi.
The 2026 tournament runs from Thursday 11 June through Sunday 19 July across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico — 48 nations and 104 matches, the largest World Cup ever. The US is one of three host countries, with 78 of the 104 matches played across 11 US host cities including New York / New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Boston, Houston, Kansas City, Philadelphia, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Seattle.
Quick answers for viewers in the US:
- Every match free over the air on Fox (English) or Telemundo (Spanish) with a $25–$40 indoor HD antenna
- Streaming: Fox One ($19.99 / month) for all English matches; Peacock Premium ($10.99 / month) for all Spanish matches
- USMNT qualified automatically as a host and opens against Paraguay on Friday 12 June at 9 p.m. ET
- The final kicks off at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday 19 July at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
- VPN Super adds privacy on public Wi-Fi at sports bars, hotels, airports, and cafés — and helps prevent ISP throttling during peak match windows
When and where is the 2026 World Cup happening?
The 16 host cities span three countries — two in Canada, three in Mexico, and eleven in the United States. Every match from the Round of 16 onward is played in the US. The opener is Mexico vs. South Africa at Estadio Azteca on Thursday 11 June (3 p.m. ET), and the final is at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday 19 July (3 p.m. ET).
Stage-by-stage dates (ET)
| Stage | Dates (ET) | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Group stage | 11 June – 27 June | 72 (across 16 cities) |
| Round of 32 | 28 June – 3 July | 16 |
| Round of 16 | 4 July – 7 July | 8 |
| Quarter-finals | 9 July – 11 July | 4 |
| Semi-finals | 14 July and 15 July | 2 |
| Third-place match | 18 July | 1 |
| Final | Sunday 19 July, 3 p.m. ET | 1 (MetLife Stadium) |
International broadcasters airing the 2026 World Cup
These broadcasters have full or partial rights to the 2026 World Cup. VPN Super works with all of them — encrypting your connection on hotel Wi-Fi, mobile data, or any network you stream from during the tournament.
| Broadcaster | Country | Cost | How to access |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC iPlayer | UK | Free | No account needed. bbc.co.uk/iplayer |
| ITVX | UK | Free | No account needed. Shares coverage with BBC. itv.com |
| CTV | Canada | Free | No account needed. English commentary. ctv.ca |
| Crave | Canada | Paid | Full tournament access with a Crave subscription. crave.ca |
| ZDF | Germany | Free | No account needed. German commentary. zdf.de |
| ARD Mediathek | Germany | Free | No account needed. German commentary. ardmediathek.de |
| M6 | France | Free | Free account required. French commentary. m6.fr |
| beIN Sports (via Canal+) | France | Paid | Canal+ subscription required. canalplus.com |
| RTVE Play | Spain | Free | No account needed. Spanish commentary. rtve.es/play |
| meWatch (Mediacorp) | Singapore | Free | Free account required. English commentary. mewatch.sg |
| Fox Sports | USA | Free | English commentary. Available to viewers with a US account. |
| Telemundo | USA | Free | Spanish commentary. Available to viewers with a US account. |
How can I watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the USA?
Six official routes carry the tournament in the US, anchored on the Fox Sports and Telemundo rights deals with FIFA. Every match is available free at the point of viewing through at least one of these routes; paid options add streaming convenience, every-match coverage on a single app, and 4K HDR.
US viewing routes at a glance
- Antenna (over-the-air, English and Spanish): A one-time $25–$40 indoor HD antenna picks up the local Fox affiliate and the local Telemundo affiliate. Covers all 69 Fox-network matches plus every Telemundo match. HD, not 4K. Free after antenna
- Tubi (English, streaming): Mexico vs. South Africa (11 June) and USA vs. Paraguay (12 June) free in 4K. No account required. Free
- Peacock Select (Spanish, streaming): The two opening matches in Spanish at no extra cost on the $7.99 / month ad-supported tier; on-demand replays only after that. $7.99 / month
- Fox One (English, streaming): Every match on Fox, FS1, and FS2 in English. The only direct-to-consumer English route to Fox's 4K HDR broadcasts. $19.99 / month or $199.99 / year
- Peacock Premium / Premium Plus (Spanish, streaming): All 104 matches live in Spanish. Premium Plus adds 4K HDR on selected matches and removes outside-broadcast ads. $10.99 or $16.99 / month
- Cable-replacement bundles (Fubo, YouTube TV, Sling, Hulu + Live TV): Carry Fox, FS1, FS2, and Telemundo alongside a wider live-TV channel lineup and DVR. $45–$90 / month
The cheapest live-every-match English option is Fox One on the annual plan ($16.67 / month effective). The cheapest live-every-match Spanish option is Peacock Premium at $10.99 / month. For households that already have a cable plan including Fox Sports, the Fox One app signs in with a TV-provider login at no extra cost.
How does Fox split the matches across its networks?
Fox is the exclusive English-language US rights-holder for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The split across Fox's networks:
| Network | Matches | Headline coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Fox (broadcast) | 69 | Every USMNT group match (12, 19, 25 June), every quarter-final, both semi-finals, the third-place play-off, and the final on Sunday 19 July. Free-to-air over the antenna or via the local-channel feeds on YouTube TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV. |
| FS1 | 35 | Most second and third group-stage games. Carried on cable, cable-replacement bundles, or Fox One. |
| FS2 | Selected | Overflow group-stage matches plus pre- and post-match coverage. Same carriage as FS1. |
For Fox-broadcast matches, a $25–$40 indoor antenna pays for itself before the group stage ends. Point the antenna toward the nearest Fox transmitter — rabbitears.info shows the bearing. Most homes within 30 miles of a Fox affiliate pick up a clean 1080i signal. For FS1 and FS2 matches that don't air over the antenna, Fox One is the cheapest standalone path; a cable-replacement bundle is the path if you also want ESPN, college sports, or a wider channel lineup year-round.
How can I watch the World Cup in Spanish on Telemundo and Peacock?
Telemundo, owned by NBCUniversal, holds the exclusive US Spanish-language rights. The split between the broadcast feeds and the Peacock streaming app:
| Surface | Coverage | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Telemundo (broadcast) | Free-to-air on the local Telemundo affiliate. Every USMNT match, the final, and a wide selection of group-stage matches. | Free over antenna |
| Universo (cable) | Telemundo sister channel carrying additional Spanish-language group-stage matches. | Cable / bundle |
| Peacock Premium | All 104 matches live in Spanish. Interactive features modeled on the Olympics app — multi-view, alternate camera angles, in-game stats. | $10.99 / month |
| Peacock Premium Plus | Same 104 matches in Spanish, ad-free outside in-broadcast ads. Selected matches in 4K HDR. | $16.99 / month |
| Peacock Select | Only the two opening matches live; on-demand replays plus the Spanish-language World Cup Hub after that. | $7.99 / month |
For the 40 million-plus Spanish speakers in the US (per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey), Peacock Premium at $10.99 / month is the cheapest live-every-match streaming option in either language. The Telemundo broadcast on the local affiliate is the lowest-cost route overall.
How much do the paid US streaming options cost?
Every price below was verified on each operator's own page on 11 June 2026.
| Service | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Fox One | $19.99 / month or $199.99 / year (≈ $16.67 / month effective) | Every Fox / FS1 / FS2 match in English. Direct-to-consumer 4K HDR on supported devices. No free trial as of 11 June 2026. |
| Peacock Premium | $10.99 / month | All 104 matches in Spanish on Telemundo / Universo feeds, with multi-view and alternate-angle features. |
| Peacock Premium Plus | $16.99 / month | Same 104 Spanish-language matches, ad-free outside in-broadcast ads, selected matches in 4K HDR. |
| Fubo Pro | $45.99 first month, then $55.99 / month | Fox, FS1, FS2, plus ESPN Unlimited, NHL, NBA, MLB, and college sports. |
| YouTube TV | $82.99 / month | 100+ channels including Fox, FS1, FS2, and Telemundo. Unlimited DVR. |
| Hulu + Live TV | $82.99 / month | Fox and FS1 nationally, plus the Disney+ / ESPN+ bundle. |
| Sling Blue | From $40 / month | Fox in selected markets only; check the ZIP-code lookup on sling.com before signing up. |
What time does the USMNT play in the 2026 World Cup?
The USMNT, automatically qualified as a host, plays its three group matches in prime US TV windows on:
| Date | Fixture | Kick-off (ET) | Carried on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 12 June | USA vs. Paraguay | 9 p.m. ET | Fox, Telemundo (free over antenna); Fox One, Peacock Premium, Tubi (streaming) |
| Fri 19 June | USA vs. second group opponent | TBC by FIFA | Fox, Telemundo; Fox One, Peacock Premium |
| Thu 25 June | USA vs. third group opponent | TBC by FIFA | Fox, Telemundo; Fox One, Peacock Premium |
All three USMNT group matches air on Fox in English and Telemundo in Spanish, with both free-to-air over an antenna. Knockout-stage USMNT fixtures depend on group finish and will be confirmed by FIFA on 27 June once the group stage closes.
When and where is the World Cup final?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is Sunday 19 July at 3 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey — referred to as New York / New Jersey Stadium during the tournament under FIFA's branding rules. The final airs on Fox in English and Telemundo in Spanish, with both available free-to-air over an indoor HD antenna. The final is among the matches confirmed in 4K HDR through Fox One on supported devices, including Apple TV 4K, Roku Ultra, and recent Samsung and LG smart TVs.
What devices can I stream the World Cup on in the US?
Each US broadcaster supports the major device types. Set-up is the same on each: install the app, sign in, and play.
Supported devices for Fox One, Peacock, and the cable replacements
- Mobile: Fox One, Peacock, Fubo, YouTube TV, and Sling all run on iOS 15+ and Android 8.0+ — install the app from the App Store or Google Play and sign in.
- Laptop or PC: Open foxsports.com, peacocktv.com, fubo.tv, tv.youtube.com, or sling.com in current Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge.
- Smart TVs: Native apps on Samsung (2017 or later), LG, Sony, and most Android TV / Google TV models from 2018 onward.
- Streaming sticks and boxes: Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV (4th gen and later), Chromecast with Google TV, Roku, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox One/Series.
- 4K HDR: Fox One streams selected matches in 4K HDR. Confirmed device support includes Apple TV 4K, Roku Ultra (4K models), and recent 4K-capable Samsung and LG smart TVs. Older Roku and Fire TV sticks cap out at 1080p.
- Free aerial: Indoor HD antenna for over-the-air Fox and Telemundo affiliates — HD, not 4K.
Why does VPN Super recommend a VPN while streaming in the US?
What VPN Super does — and what it doesn't
VPN Super encrypts the connection between your device and a private server, so your internet provider and any local network see encrypted traffic instead of a list of streaming endpoints. It is a privacy and security tool. VPN Super does not unblock geo-restricted broadcasts and is not a way around broadcaster terms of service, paid subscriptions, or billing-country checks.
Whichever US broadcaster you watch on — Fox, FS1, FS2, Telemundo, Universo, or Peacock — the relevant question is what your ISP and any local Wi-Fi network can see about your streaming activity. On a residential connection — Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum, AT&T Fiber, Verizon Fios, T-Mobile Home Internet, Cox, or any other US ISP — the provider can log which streaming endpoints you connect to and when. On a public Wi-Fi network at a sports bar, an airport, a hotel, or a host-city venue, that metadata is visible to anyone else on the network. A streaming VPN replaces that visibility with a single encrypted tunnel.
Privacy scenarios for World Cup viewers in the US
Streaming at home on Comcast, Spectrum, AT&T Fiber, or Verizon Fios
On a residential broadband connection, your ISP can log which streaming services you connect to and for how long. VPN Super replaces that visibility with a single encrypted tunnel, so the ISP sees encrypted traffic only — without changing which broadcaster you already have a right to watch.
Watching at a sports bar, hotel, or airport during the tournament
At a sports bar showing the USMNT game, a hotel during a host-city weekend, an airport on the way to a match, or a café following a parallel fixture on your phone — the Wi-Fi around you is often unencrypted. Connecting VPN Super before you join the network means anyone else on the Wi-Fi sees encrypted traffic instead of which apps you are using.
Streaming on Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T mobile data
US mobile carriers can throttle or shape video traffic during peak hours, and like fixed-line ISPs they can see endpoint metadata. VPN Super gives you a consistent encrypted connection whether you are on 4G, 5G, home broadband, or a public hotspot.
Picking a US server. Use Fastest Location at the top of VPN Super's location list — it auto-picks the lowest-latency US server from your device at that moment. To pick manually, look at the NNN ms value next to each server in the list (lower is faster). Geographic proximity alone isn't a reliable speed heuristic — routing and peering matter more than distance on a map.
Where won't VPN Super help?
VPN Super protects your connection. It doesn't solve everything.
Read this before you assume a VPN is a workaround
- Geo-restrictions and broadcaster terms of service: VPN Super is not a way around regional licensing. Fox Sports, Peacock, Fubo, YouTube TV, and Sling explicitly prohibit using tools to alter or mask location. VPN Super does not recommend using a VPN to access broadcasters or services you are not entitled to in your own country.
- Billing-country checks: Peacock and Fox One both check the billing-address country at sign-up, not just the IP. Connecting to a server in another country doesn't change which payment methods a service accepts.
- Account requirements: Free ITVX-style accounts apply elsewhere; in the US, every paid streaming service ties access to a US-billed account. Both checks happen at the application layer, so a VPN does not bypass them.
- Slow internet: A VPN can't make a slow line fast. HD streams need roughly 5 to 8 Mbps. Fox One 4K HDR needs at least 25 Mbps, with 50 Mbps recommended for stable playback. If your line tops out below those thresholds, a VPN won't fix it.
VPN Super's recommended setup for the World Cup
Whether you are watching at home or on the go, VPN Super keeps your connection private and your stream running smoothly.
- Premium servers tuned for streaming — reliable HD performance across all 104 matches.
- Encrypts your connection on public Wi-Fi at sports bars, hotels, airports, and cafés during the tournament.
- Helps prevent ISP throttling during high-demand live matches on US home broadband and mobile networks.
- See the full set of VPN Super features — no-activity-logs policy, Kill Switch, and Split Tunneling for parallel devices during the tournament.
Country-by-country guides
- How to Watch the FIFA World Cup: Global broadcaster matrix — every country's free-to-air rights holder in one place.
- How to Watch the FIFA World Cup in the UK: BBC and ITV split, kick-off times in BST.
- How to Watch the FIFA World Cup in Mexico: Canal 5, Azteca 7, and ViX coverage.
- How to Watch the FIFA World Cup in Canada: TSN, RDS, and CTV with bilingual commentary.
- How to Watch the FIFA World Cup in India: Zee5, Unite8 Sports, DD Sports, and WAVES coverage.
- How to Watch the FIFA World Cup in Australia: SBS free-to-air guide with AEST kick-off times.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US?
Watch on Fox (English) or Telemundo (Spanish) over an indoor HD antenna, or on Fox One, Peacock Premium, Fubo Pro, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or Sling Blue for streaming. Tubi streams the two opening matches at no cost in English; Peacock Select includes the same two matches in Spanish.
What channel is the 2026 World Cup on in the US?
Fox carries 69 matches on the main Fox broadcast network, with FS1 carrying 35 more and FS2 carrying selected matches and shoulder programming. Telemundo carries the Spanish-language broadcast, with Universo carrying additional Spanish-language fixtures.
How do I stream the 2026 World Cup in the US without cable?
Fox One ($19.99 / month or $199.99 / year) is the cheapest standalone English-language streaming option for every match. Peacock Premium ($10.99 / month) is the cheapest standalone Spanish-language option. Fubo Pro, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling Blue are the cable-replacement bundles that carry Fox plus other channels.
Will the 2026 World Cup be on Netflix?
No. The 2026 World Cup is not on Netflix in any market. US rights belong to Fox Sports (English) and Telemundo (Spanish) under a FIFA deal running through the 2026 tournament.
Will Peacock stream the 2026 World Cup?
Yes — in Spanish. Peacock Premium ($10.99 / month) and Premium Plus ($16.99 / month) stream all 104 matches live in Spanish, with selected matches in 4K HDR on Premium Plus. The Select tier ($7.99 / month) gets only the two opening matches live, plus on-demand replays and the Spanish-language World Cup Hub.
Will YouTube TV carry the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. YouTube TV at $82.99 / month carries Fox, FS1, FS2, and Telemundo — every English and Spanish match. The bundle includes 100+ channels and unlimited DVR.
Is the 2026 World Cup on Fox One?
Yes. Fox One carries every match that airs on Fox, FS1, and FS2 in English — that's the full English-language slate. It's $19.99 / month or $199.99 / year, with no free trial available as of 11 June 2026. Fox One is also the only direct-to-consumer English route to Fox's 4K HDR broadcasts.
Can I watch the 2026 World Cup over the antenna?
Yes. A one-time $25–$40 indoor HD antenna picks up the local Fox affiliate (English) and the local Telemundo affiliate (Spanish), covering all 69 Fox-network matches and every Telemundo match without any subscription. HD, not 4K.
When and where is the 2026 World Cup final?
Sunday 19 July at 3 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, branded as New York / New Jersey Stadium during the tournament. The final airs on Fox (English) and Telemundo (Spanish), both available free-to-air over an antenna. Fox One carries the final in 4K HDR on supported devices.
Did the USA qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. The USMNT qualified automatically as one of three host countries (alongside Canada and Mexico). The USA opens against Paraguay on Friday 12 June at 9 p.m. ET.
Can I use a VPN to watch the World Cup in another country?
No. Broadcaster terms of service, including Peacock's and Fox One's, prohibit using tools to alter or disguise your location to access content outside the licensed territory. Use the official broadcaster for the country where you live.
Why use VPN Super, then?
VPN Super encrypts your connection on the network you are actually using. For US viewers, the practical wins are protecting your traffic from ISP-level metadata logging on Comcast, Spectrum, AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, securing public Wi-Fi at sports bars, hotels, airports, and host-city venues during the tournament, and keeping a consistent encrypted tunnel as you move between home broadband and AT&T / Verizon / T-Mobile mobile data.
How do I pick the right VPN Super US server?
Use Fastest Location at the top of VPN Super's location list — it auto-picks the lowest-latency US server from your device at that moment. To pick manually, look at the NNN ms value next to each server (lower is faster). Geographic proximity alone isn't a reliable speed heuristic; routing and peering matter more than distance on a map.
How fast does my internet need to be for the World Cup stream?
HD streaming on any of these services needs roughly 5 to 8 Mbps of stable bandwidth. Fox One 4K HDR needs at least 25 Mbps, with 50 Mbps recommended for stable playback. A VPN won't fix a connection that tops out below those thresholds.
How many people watch the FIFA World Cup?
Approximately 5 billion people engaged with the 2022 World Cup in Qatar across all platforms, and roughly 1.5 billion watched the final between Argentina and France — the largest audience ever for a single football match. The 2026 tournament is expected to break that record, with industry forecasts pointing to 5.8 billion total engaged viewers.
