Each of the 104 football matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be broadcast this summer, accessible through FOX, FS1, Telemundo, and Universo. These networks can be found on services such as DirecTV and YouTube TV. However, if you are not currently subscribed to one of their packages, there’s good news: you can enroll to view all the World Cup action at no cost by utilizing one of their complimentary trial periods. Furthermore, streaming services like FOX One, which provides all games in English, and Peacock, which will stream every contest in Spanish, are both available without charge, either through a trial subscription or via affiliate providers.
Here’s essential information for those interested in viewing the 2026 FIFA World Cup without charge. Discover the channels where games will be broadcast and how to access streams without needing a cable subscription.
Complimentary viewing options for the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
Timeline: June 11 – July 19, 2026
Broadcasters: FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Universo
Digital Access: Fox One, Peacock, DirecTV, Fubo, and other services
Dates for the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
The 2026 World Cup competition will take place from June 11 through July 19.
Television networks presenting the 2026 World Cup matches:
FOX and FS1 will carry all World Cup contests with English commentary. For Spanish-language coverage, every World Cup game will be shown on Telemundo and Universo.
Ways to view the 2026 World Cup at no cost:
Multiple options exist for watching World Cup games without charge in 2026. For those desiring Spanish-language coverage, Peacock is available for free through services such as Walmart+ and Instacart. To access English-language broadcasts on FOX and FS1, these channels are offered on several platforms, all providing no-cost trial periods.
You can test FOX One for 7 days without charge, and Fubo and DirecTV each offer a 5-day trial. For the most extended trial, YouTube TV provides 21 days free. Additionally, a simple antenna can grant you free access to local Fox stations.
YouTube TV
YouTube TV offers access to all the necessary channels for viewing the 2026 World Cup, including Fox, FS1, Universo, and Telemundo.
Currently, you can take advantage of a favorable offer from YouTube TV: pay $67.99 per month for your initial five months, then $82.99 monthly thereafter. You also have the opportunity to experience the service for free for 10 days.
A point to consider: YouTube TV’s live streams typically have a slight delay, which might not be ideal if you’re aiming for absolute real-time tracking of the game.
DirecTV
The DirecTV Entertainment package (currently priced at $59.99 for the initial month, then $89.99 afterwards) grants you access to almost all channels essential for watching the World Cup: Fox, FS1, and Telemundo. DirecTV Entertainment also comes with ESPN Unlimited at no extra charge, which provides access to every ESPN channel, representing excellent value and a must-have for year-round sports enthusiasts.
DirecTV features a complimentary 5-day trial for any tier, allowing you to test the service with minimal risk. Following your free trial and the new subscriber deal for DirecTV’s Entertainment tier, the monthly cost increases to $89.99. If you’re considering a live TV streaming service but are hesitant about a long-term commitment, DirecTV is a recommended starting point.
Fox
FOX One is a relatively new streaming service introduced by FOX last summer. A FOX One subscription allows you to access all your preferred FOX channels, including FOX News, FOX Sports, FOX Weather, FS1, FS2, FOX Business, FOX Deportes, Big Ten Network (B1G), and local FOX affiliates, all consolidated into a single platform.
FOX One offers both live broadcasts and a library of on-demand programs and films. At its launch, the basic FOX One subscription costs $19.99 monthly, or you can opt for an annual plan at $199.99 for savings. Before committing to a subscription, you can take advantage of a 3-day free trial, enabling you to watch several World Cup games without payment.
Walmart+
Peacock is the destination for a diverse array of original programming, including acclaimed reality series like The Traitors and scripted hits such as Poker Face and Twisted Metal. Beyond its exclusive content, the service features an extensive catalog of shows from NBC and Bravo, thousands of films, and live sporting events.
While standard Peacock subscriptions begin at $10.99 for a Premium Plan and go up to $16.99 for the ad-free Premium Plus tier, Walmart+ members can access an ad-supported subscription at no additional charge.
Walmart+ subscribers have the option to choose between Paramount+ or Peacock as an included benefit of their membership, without extra cost. A monthly Walmart+ membership is priced at $12.99, and an annual plan typically costs $98. This grants access to free Peacock, plus other advantages like five free months of Apple Music, discounts on Cinemark movie tickets, complimentary shipping and delivery for Walmart purchases, fuel savings, and more. Eligible students and individuals receiving government assistance can get 50% off Walmart+, bringing the annual subscription cost down to $49 for some customers.
Group stage fixtures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
All listed times are Eastern. Every match outlined below is available for Spanish viewing on Peacock.
Thursday, June 11
Mexico vs South Africa: 3 p.m. (FOX) — Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
South Korea vs Czechia: 10 p.m. (FS1) — Estadio Akron, Zapopan
Friday, June 12
Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina: 3 p.m. (FOX) — BMO Field, Toronto
United States vs Paraguay: 9 p.m. (FOX) — SoFi Stadium, Inglewood
Saturday, June 13
Qatar vs Switzerland: 3 p.m. (FOX) — Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
Brazil vs Morocco: 6 p.m. (FS1) — MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
Haiti vs Scotland: 9 p.m. (FS1) — Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Sunday, June 14
Australia vs Türkiye: 12 a.m. (FS1) — BC Place, Vancouver
Germany vs Willemstad Curaçao: 1 p.m. (FOX) — NRG Stadium, Houston
Netherlands vs Japan: 4 p.m. (FOX) — AT&T Stadium, Arlington
Ivory Coast vs Ecuador: 7 p.m. (FS1) — Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Sweden vs Tunisia: 10 p.m. (FS1) — Estadio BBVA Bancomer, Guadalupe
Monday, June 15
Spain vs Cape Verde: 12 p.m. (FOX) — Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Belgium vs Egypt: 3 p.m. (FOX) — Lumen Field, Seattle
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay: 6 p.m. (FS1) — Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
Iran vs New Zealand: 9 p.m. (FS1) — SoFi Stadium, Inglewood
Tuesday, June 16
France vs Senegal: 3 p.m. (FOX) — MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
Iraq vs Norway: 6 p.m. (FOX) — Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Argentina vs Algeria: 9 p.m. (FOX) — Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City
Wednesday, June 17
Austria vs Jordan: 12 a.m. (FS1) — Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
Portugal vs DR Congo: 1 p.m. (FOX) — NRG Stadium, Houston
England vs Croatia: 4 p.m. (FOX) — AT&T Stadium, Arlington
Ghana vs Panama: 7 p.m. (FS1) — BMO Field, Toronto
Uzbekistan vs Colombia: 10 p.m. (FS1) — Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
Thursday, June 18
Czechia vs South Africa: 12 p.m. (FOX) — Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina: 3 p.m. (FOX) — SoFi Stadium, Inglewood
Canada vs Qatar: 6 p.m. (FS1) — BC Place, Vancouver
Mexico vs South Korea: 9 p.m. (FOX) — Estadio Akron, Zapopan
Friday, June 19
United States vs Australia: 3 p.m. (FOX) — Lumen Field, Seattle
Scotland vs Morocco: 6 p.m. (FOX) — Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Brazil vs Haiti: 8:30 p.m. (FOX) — Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Türkiye vs Paraguay: 11 p.m. (FS1) — Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
Saturday, June 20
Netherlands vs Sweden: 1 p.m. (FOX) — NRG Stadium, Houston
Germany vs Ivory Coast: 4 p.m. (FOX) — BMO Field, Toronto
Ecuador vs Willemstad Curaçao: 8 p.m. (FS1) — Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City
Sunday, June 21
Tunisia vs Japan: 12 a.m. (FS1) — Estadio BBVA Bancomer, Guadalupe
Spain vs Saudi Arabia: 12 p.m. (FOX) — Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Belgium vs Iran: 3 p.m. (FS1) — SoFi Stadium, Inglewood
Uruguay vs Cape Verde: 6 p.m. (FS1) — Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
New Zealand vs Egypt: 9 p.m. (FS1) — BC Place, Vancouver
Monday, June 22
Argentina vs Austria: 1 p.m. (FOX) — AT&T Stadium, Arlington
France vs Iraq: 5 p.m. (FOX) — Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Norway vs Senegal: 8 p.m. (FOX) — MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
Jordan vs Algeria: 11 p.m. (FS1) — Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
Tuesday, June 23
Portugal vs Uzbekistan: 1 p.m. (FOX) — NRG Stadium, Houston
England vs Ghana: 4 p.m. (FOX) — Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Panama vs Croatia: 7 p.m. (FOX) — BMO Field, Toronto
Colombia vs DR Congo: 10 p.m. (FS1) — Estadio Akron, Zapopan
Wednesday, June 24
Switzerland vs Canada: 3 p.m. (FOX) — BC Place, Vancouver
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar: 3 p.m. (FS1) — Lumen Field, Seattle
Scotland vs Brazil: 6 p.m. (FOX) — Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
Morocco vs Haiti: 6 p.m. (FS1) — Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Czechia vs Mexico: 9 p.m. (FOX) — Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
South Africa vs South Korea: 9 p.m. (FS1) — Estadio BBVA Bancomer, Guadalupe
Thursday, June 25
Ecuador vs Germany: 4 p.m. (FOX) — MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
Willemstad Curaçao vs Ivory Coast: 4 p.m. (FS1) — Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia Tunisia vs Netherlands: 7 p.m. (FOX) — Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City
Japan vs Sweden: 7 p.m. (FS1) — AT&T Stadium, Arlington
Türkiye vs United States: 10 p.m. (FOX) — SoFi Stadium, Inglewood
Paraguay vs Australia: 10 p.m. (FS1) — Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
Friday, June 26
Norway vs France: 3 p.m. (FOX) — Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Senegal vs Iraq: 3 p.m. (FS1) — BMO Field, Toronto
Uruguay vs Spain: 8 p.m. (FOX) — Estadio Akron, Zapopan
Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia: 8 p.m. (FS1) — NRG Stadium, Houston
New Zealand vs Belgium: 11 p.m. (FOX) — BC Place, Vancouver
Egypt vs Iran: 11 p.m. (FS1) — Lumen Field, Seattle
Saturday, June 27
Panama vs England: 5 p.m. (FOX) — MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
Croatia vs Ghana: 5 p.m. (FS1) — Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Colombia vs Portugal: 7:30 p.m. (FOX) — Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
DR Congo vs Uzbekistan: 7:30 p.m. (FS1) — Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Jordan vs Argentina: 10 p.m. (FOX) — AT&T Stadium, Arlington
Algeria vs Austria: 10 p.m. (FS1) — Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City
