Viewing Guide
Where to watch the World Cup 2026 in USA
FOX Sports holds the English-language broadcast rights. Telemundo carries the Spanish-language coverage. Streaming is via the Fox Sports app, Tubi (free, ad-supported), and Peacock for Telemundo simulcasts. Every match is on TV or streaming, with no PPV requirements.
For the first time since 1994, the World Cup comes to the United States. Sixty of 104 matches are on US soil across 11 cities, with the final at MetLife Stadium on July 19. Kickoff times are friendly for US fans, with most matches running through afternoon and evening hours across all four time zones.
TV broadcasters
English-language rights holder. All matches on FOX or FS1.
Spanish-language rights holder. Matches on Telemundo and Universo.
Streaming platforms
Official streaming for FOX broadcasts. Requires TV provider login.
Free ad-supported streaming for select FOX matches.
Streams Telemundo Spanish-language coverage.
Local kickoff times in ET
Times shown in Eastern Time. West Coast viewers subtract three hours; Central viewers subtract one hour. East Coast venues (New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Miami) cluster in standard prime-time windows. Los Angeles and Seattle venues lean later in the evening across the country.
A note on broadcast rights
Broadcast and streaming rights may vary by region and are subject to change as FIFA and rights holders finalize agreements ahead of the tournament. This page lists only official, licensed broadcasters and streaming platforms. We do not link to unofficial streams.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch World Cup 2026 in the US?
FOX Sports carries the English-language broadcasts; Telemundo carries Spanish. The Fox Sports app, Tubi, and Peacock provide streaming options.
Is World Cup 2026 free to watch in the US?
Many matches air on free over-the-air FOX. Tubi streams selected matches free with ads. Premium streaming on the Fox Sports app requires a TV provider login.
What channel is the World Cup 2026 final on?
FOX will carry the final on July 19, 2026 in English. Telemundo and Universo carry the Spanish-language broadcast. Kickoff is 3:00 PM ET at MetLife Stadium.
More resources for USA fans
Last updated May 8, 2026.