How to Watch the World Cup 2026 in the USA
The World Cup 2026 is the biggest sporting event in history, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Featuring 48 teams competing across 104 matches, staying on top of where and how to watch can feel overwhelming.
This guide outlines every official, legal broadcaster and streaming service in the United States, so you don’t miss a single goal between June 11 and July 19, 2026.
Official Broadcasters in the USA
Unlike past years, television rights are split cleanly between English-language and Spanish-language networks:
1. English Broadcasts (Fox Sports)
Fox Sports holds the exclusive English-language rights in the United States. All 104 matches will air live across:
- Fox (Local/OTA): The flagship over-the-air channel will host major matches, including all USMNT games, select group openers, and the Knockout rounds through to the Final.
- FS1 (Fox Sports 1): This cable sports channel will host the bulk of the group stage matches and select round-of-32 and round-of-16 matches.
- Fox Sports App: Stream games on-demand or live by authenticating with a TV provider login.
2. Spanish Broadcasts (Telemundo & NBCUniversal)
NBCUniversal holds the Spanish-language broadcasting rights.
- Telemundo: The major Spanish-language network will broadcast the majority of games live over-the-air.
- Universo: A cable channel broadcasting concurrent final-group-stage games and secondary matchups.
- Peacock: NBC’s streaming service will stream every single one of the 104 matches live in Spanish.
Best Streaming Options (No Cable Required)
If you are a cord-cutter, you have several excellent options to stream the entire tournament live on your Smart TV, phone, computer, or streaming stick:
| Streaming Service | Cost | Channel Lineup | Free Trial | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox One | $19.99/mo | Fox, FS1, FS2, Fox Deportes, BTN | 3-Day Trial | Cheapest way to stream in English |
| Peacock | $10.99/mo | All 104 Spanish Broadcasts | None | Budget Spanish viewers |
| Sling TV (Blue) | $45.00/mo | Fox (select markets), FS1 | Varies | Cheap English-only |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Fox, FS1, Telemundo, Universo | 5–14 Days | Cloud DVR & reliable streams |
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Fox, FS1 | 7-Day Trial | Live TV sports bundle |
| DirecTV Stream | $59.99 1st mo, then $89.99 | Fox, FS1, Telemundo | 5-Day Trial | Cable-like interface |
How to Choose the Right Plan
- For English Viewers on a Budget: Fox One is the cheapest and most comprehensive way to watch all matches in English at $19.99/mo (includes live + on-demand 4K streaming and multiview). Sling Blue at $45/mo is another budget option for select markets.
- For Spanish Viewers on a Budget: Peacock Premium at $10.99/mo is an unbeatable value, giving you every match live with Telemundo’s legendary Spanish commentary.
- For the Complete, No-Compromise Experience: YouTube TV ($82.99/mo) carries all English and Spanish broadcasting channels.
For more details on watching without paying, read our Free Viewing Guide.