Where to Watch World Cup 2026 in United States
Quick answer: All 104 matches in the US air on FOX, FS1, Telemundo and Universo (TV) and stream on FOX One, Peacock and Tubi (free).
Kick-off times shown in America/New_York.
🏆 The 2026 World Cup is over — Spain beat Argentina 1–0 after extra time in the final at MetLife Stadium on July 19. This page stays live as an archive.
The 2026/27 club season is here
Leagues Cup kicks off August 4, the Premier League returns August 21, and Europe's top leagues follow. Get ready:
Free-to-Air TV
| Service | Cost | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| FOXFree | Free with antenna | Marquee matches — opener, USA games, knockouts, final |
| TelemundoFree | Free with antenna | Marquee matches in Spanish |
Free Streaming
| Service | Cost | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Tubi (FOX Hub)Free | Free, ad-supported | Selected live matches and highlights, no signup |
Pay TV
| Service | Cost | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| FS1 | Cable subscription | Group stage + secondary matches (English) |
| Universo | Cable subscription | Group stage + secondary matches (Spanish) |
Paid Streaming
| Service | Cost | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| FOX One | Subscription | All 104 matches live in English |
| Peacock | From $7.99/mo | Full Telemundo / Universo feed in Spanish + highlights |
| YouTube TV | From $82.99/mo | Carries FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Universo — all 104 matches |
| Fubo | From $84.99/mo | Carries FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Universo — all 104 matches |
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I watch the World Cup 2026 for free in the US?▼
Three free options: (1) FOX over-the-air with a TV antenna for marquee matches, (2) Telemundo over-the-air for Spanish coverage, and (3) Tubi's FOX Hub streams live matches free with ads.
Can I watch the World Cup 2026 on YouTube TV?▼
Yes. YouTube TV carries FOX, FS1, Telemundo and Universo, so its base plan includes every match. Fubo, Sling TV (Blue plan) and DirecTV Stream offer equivalent coverage.