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Key Takeaways
- In the USA, broadcasting rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are held by Fox and NBCUniversal, with streaming options including Fox One, Peacock, DirecTV, Sling, Fubo, YouTube TV, and Hulu.
- In India, ZEE Entertainment will broadcast the tournament across four TV channels, with DD Sports offering selected matches for free, and online streaming exclusively available through the Zee5 app with multi-month or annual plans.
- Australia's 2026 FIFA World Cup matches will be broadcast on SBS and SBS Viceland, with free online streaming provided by SBS On Demand.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is off to a flying start. If you still haven’t figured out where you will be catching all the action, now is the time to assess your options and make your choice. In nations where multiple networks have gained broadcasting rights, there are some free options to avail. In India, DD Sports will be airing some matches for free. Let’s dive into all the options and take a look at how you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup online in the USA, India, Australia, Brazil, Portugal, and the UK.
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How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Online in the USA
Fox and NBCUniversal have acquired the broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup in the US. Here are all the digital platforms where you can stream the tournament.
- Fox One: Fox One is Fox’s official digital streaming platform. For $20 per month, it gives you access to every match in the tournament.
- Peacock: Peacock is NBC’s official digital streaming platform. Its programming will be in Spanish. This includes commentary and analysis shows. The Peacock ‘Premium’ plan is priced at $10 per month.
- DirecTV: The MySports ‘Base’ package, priced at $50 for 2 months, gives you access to Fox and FS1 channels. This is all you need to watch every match in the tournament.
- Sling: The Sling ‘Select’ plan gives you access to Fox and FS1 for $30 per month.
- Fubo: The subscription plan to Fubo’s ‘Sports’ pack is priced at $45.99 for the first month. From the second month onwards, the subscription is priced at $55.99.
- YouTube TV: YouTube TV’s ‘Sports’ pack is priced lower than its standard subscription at $65. It gives you access to Fox and FS1.
- Hulu: Hulu gives you access to Fox and FS1 at $90 per month. Spanish programming via Universo costs a premium of $4.99. Telemundo costs an extra $11.99.
How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Online in India
ZEE Entertainment has been awarded the broadcasting rights for the FIFA WC in India. The tournament will be aired across 4 TV channels – Unite8 Sports 1/HD (Hindi) and Unite8 Sports 2/HD (English). Additionally, DD Sports will broadcast selected games for free, including the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final. If you want to watch the tournament online, your options are limited to the Zee5 app.
- Zee5: FIFA WC Plan is priced at Rs 799 for 3 months. Access is limited to 1 device. There is no option for a monthly plan. The annual subscription costs Rs 1,699.
How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Online in Australia
All FIFA WC matches will be broadcast on SBS and SBS Viceland. The network’s digital platform, SBS On Demand, will handle the online streaming duties.
- SBS On Demand: Free coverage. You only need to create an account on the platform.
How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Online in Brazil
Grupo Globo has acquired the TV broadcasting rights for the FIFA WC in Brazil. However, you can catch selected matches for free on YouTube via CazéTV’s channel.
- Globoplay: Free access to all matches. Requires creating an account.
- CazéTV on YouTube: Free access to selected matches, including all of Brazil’s games.
How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Online in Portugal
Portugal has multiple online broadcasters for the FIFA WC. Here’s a quick breakdown.
- LiveModeTV on YouTube: LiveModeTV will broadcast 34 matches for free on YouTube. This includes all of Portugal’s matches, one free match per day, and the final.
- Sport TV: You can catch all of the matches online on Sport TV. Prices start at EUR 20.99 per month.
How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Online in the UK
In the UK, the FIFA WC coverage is split between the BBC and ITV. The BBC will broadcast 54 matches on TV, but the entire tournament can be streamed across its digital platforms. Here’s a quick breakdown.
- BBC iPlayer: Free.
- ITVX: Free, with ads. Premium plan costs £5.99 per month.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where can I stream the FIFA World Cup online in the USA?
Viewers in the US can watch the FIFA WC online across digital platforms like Peacock, Fox One, DirecTV, Hulu, Sling, and more.
Where can I watch the FIFA World Cup in India?
In India, Zee Entertainment has bagged the broadcasting rights for the FIFA WC. It will air all the matches on Unite8 channels and its digital streaming platform, Zee5.
How much do I need to pay to watch the FIFA World Cup on Zee5?
The FIFA WC plan on Zee5 costs Rs 799 for 3 months and Rs 1,699 for 1 year.
What is Zee5’s device limit for the FIFA World Cup coverage?
A Zee5 subscription with FIFA WC access can only be used on 1 device at a time.
How can I watch the FIFA World Cup for free in India?
DD Sports will air selected FIFA World Cup matches on TV. This includes the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final.
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Final Thoughts
So there you have it. This is how you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup across the world. Make sure you check out the free trial plans offered by your local broadcaster’s streaming platform. You should also check if FIFA+ is streaming any live matches for free in your location. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
