The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup kicks off June 11 with 104 matches scheduled across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. While ticket inventory remains tight, comprehensive broadcast coverage ensures fans can access every match through traditional television and streaming platforms.
FOX and NBCUniversal hold exclusive broadcasting rights for all tournament games. A record 40 matches will air during primetime on FOX, while Telemundo and Universo provide complete Spanish-language coverage. Viewers with digital antennas can watch 70 English-language matches for free on the FOX network, with remaining games airing on Fox Sports 1. Spanish-language audiences have access to 92 free matches via Telemundo.
Streaming options cater to cord-cutters. The opening match between Mexico and South Africa, plus the U.S. opener against Paraguay, stream free on Tubi. Full tournament access is available via the FOX Sports app and Peacock for Spanish coverage. Subscription services like YouTube TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV also carry all broadcasts.
The U.S. Men's National Team plays three group stage matches in June. They face Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on June 12 at 9 p.m. ET, followed by Australia at Lumen Field in Seattle on June 19 at 3 p.m. ET. The group stage concludes against Turkey back at SoFi Stadium on June 25 at 10 p.m. ET.
The tournament concludes with the World Cup Final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Knockout rounds begin June 28, featuring expanded Round of 32 matchups leading into quarterfinals in Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, and Kansas City. Semifinals are set for Dallas and Atlanta before the third-place match returns to Miami.