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WHICH CHANNELS WILL BROADCAST THE 2026 WORLD CUP?
The 2026 World Cup will be the biggest sporting event in history, with 48 teams, 104 matches, and broadcasts in more than 200 countries. And of course, fans are already wondering: what channels will I be able to watch the matches on? Will it be free or only available via streaming? Will there be local or international commentary? In this article, we'll tell you which networks and platforms have the broadcasting rights, how they will be divided between free-to-air, pay-TV, and digital platforms, and some interesting facts about the multi-million dollar figures involved in the World Cup broadcasting industry. If you're going to experience the Cup from home, this is for you.
Official Broadcasters by Region and Country
FIFA has already assigned the broadcasting rights for the 2026 World Cup to multiple global networks. Some of them have decades of experience bringing World Cups to millions, while others are new platforms arriving with full coverage.
Latin America: Football at Home and for Free
In most Latin American countries, the matches will be broadcast on free-to-air television and also on digital platforms. Televisa, Univision, and TV Azteca will broadcast in Mexico, Caracol and RCN in Colombia, and in Argentina, the rights will be held by TyC Sports and TV Pública. In addition, there will be a live stream on FIFA+ in several countries.
United States and Canada: Premium Coverage
FOX Sports (English) and Telemundo (Spanish) hold the rights for the United States. In Canada, Bell Media, TSN, and CTV will broadcast the matches in English, while RDS will broadcast them in French. Coverage will be multiplatform: TV, apps, and social networks.
Mexico: Televisa, TV Azteca, ViX
Argentina: TV Pública, TyC Sports
USA: FOX Sports, Telemundo, Peacock
Spain: RTVE and Gol Mundial
Canada: TSN, CTV, RDS
Each region will have its own narrative flavor, with local commentators, live analysis, and special coverage from the headquarters. Football will feel like home, even if you're on the other side of the planet.
Streaming, Apps, and Digital Coverage
In addition to television, the 2026 World Cup will be the most digital yet. Streaming platforms, mobile apps, and social media will play a leading role, especially among young fans.
FIFA+, the Official App with Global Content
FIFA+ will be key. It's the official app of the organization and will broadcast live in some countries, with interactive statistics, 3D replays, exclusive interviews, and personalized content.
It will also include historical moments and 24/7 coverage of the tournament.Local and global streaming
Platforms such as ViX (Mexico and the USA), Peacock (USA), Star+ (Latin America) and others such as Movistar+, Claro Video or Flow will offer live matches and on-demand replays. Many will include alternative feeds with real-time statistics and influencer commentary.
FIFA+ available in over 100 countries with local language
ViX: free and premium streams in Spanish
Peacock: exclusive to the US with Spanish feed
Star+: live and delayed matches for South America
YouTube and TikTok: highlights and viral clips
So if you're one of those who experiences football on your phone, tablet, or Smart TV, you'll have more options than ever. The World Cup will also be a global trending topic every day.
Curiosities, figures and star commentators
Behind every goal narrated at full volume, there are millions of dollars, strategic decisions and voices that become part of history. Here are some facts you didn't know about the World Cup broadcast.
Impressive Figures
More than 3.5 billion people watched Qatar 2022
The most-watched match was Argentina vs. France: 1.5 billion
FIFA raised more than $3 billion in TV rights alone
In 2026, revenue is expected to exceed $4 billion
There will be broadcasts in more than 40 languages
Narrators Who Make History
In every country, there are voices that become part of our collective memory. In Mexico, Christian Martinoli, Luis García, and Jorge Pietrasanta are expected. In Argentina, Pablo Giralt, Sebastián Vignolo, or the legendary Marcelo Araujo. In Spain, Rubén Martín or Manolo Lama will be narrating. These voices will mark the moments that will be etched in our memories forever.
And keep an eye out: some influencer commentators on Twitch and YouTube will also have their place, with alternative channels that add humor, statistics, and live analysis. Football will be conversation, reaction, and digital emotion.
Whether you prefer traditional narration, entertaining coverage, or watching with your favorite streamer, the 2026 World Cup will have an option tailored to you. The screen will be your platform.
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