What channel is the World Cup 2026 on in the UK?

Every 2026 World Cup match is free on BBC One and ITV1 in the UK. All matches also stream free on BBC iPlayer and ITVX. No subscription is needed for any game.

What channel is the World Cup 2026 on in the USA?

FOX Sports carries English-language World Cup 2026 coverage in the USA; Telemundo and Universo carry Spanish-language coverage. All 104 matches are free-to-air — no subscription required.

Is the World Cup 2026 free to watch?

Yes — the 2026 World Cup is free in most major markets. Every match is free on BBC/ITV in the UK, FOX/Telemundo in the USA, SBS in Australia, ARD/ZDF in Germany, and RTÉ/Virgin Media in Ireland.

When does the World Cup 2026 start?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts on June 11, 2026 with the opening match Mexico v South Africa at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City. The final is July 19 at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey.

How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?

48 nations compete in the 2026 World Cup — an expansion from the 32-team format used since 1998. Teams are split into 12 groups of four, with the top two from each group advancing to the Round of 32.

When is the World Cup 2026 final?

The 2026 World Cup final is Sunday, July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Kick-off is expected at 18:00 EDT (23:00 BST).

What are England's World Cup 2026 fixtures?

England are in Group G. Fixtures: England v Croatia (Wed 17 Jun, 21:00 BST, ITV1); England v Ghana (Tue 23 Jun, 21:00 BST, BBC One); Panama v England (Sat 27 Jun, 22:00 BST, ITV1). All free on BBC or ITV.

Where is the 2026 World Cup hosted?

The 2026 World Cup is co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico across 16 venues. The final is at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey. US host cities include New York/NJ, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Seattle, Boston, Philadelphia, Kansas City, Atlanta, Houston, and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Football à la TV en France

Tous les matchs de football en direct à la TV française — DAZN, Canal+, beIN Sports et M6. Ligue 1, UEFA Champions League, Coupe du Monde 2026 et compétitions internationales.

Updated 10 July 2026, 22:05 CET

Tomorrow

Boston Legacy vs Chicago Stars — NWSL
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Orlando Pride vs Kansas City Current — NWSL
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Racing Louisville vs Bay FC — NWSL
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Utah Royals vs Gotham FC — NWSL
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Norway vs England — FIFA World Cup
23:00 CEST · Watch on: M6, beIN Sports

Sunday, 12 July 2026

North Carolina Courage vs Washington Spirit — NWSL
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San Diego Wave vs Angel City — NWSL
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Argentina vs Switzerland — FIFA World Cup
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Seattle Reign vs Portland Thorns — NWSL
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Monday, 13 July 2026

Denver Summit vs Houston Dash — NWSL
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Tuesday, 14 July 2026

France vs TBC — FIFA World Cup
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Thursday, 16 July 2026

Orlando Pride vs Boston Legacy — NWSL
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Gotham FC vs Washington Spirit — NWSL
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Friday, 17 July 2026

Botafogo vs Santos — Campeonato Brasileiro Série A
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Vitória vs Vasco da Gama — Campeonato Brasileiro Série A
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Saturday, 18 July 2026

Bahia vs Chapecoense — Campeonato Brasileiro Série A
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Mirassol vs Grêmio — Campeonato Brasileiro Série A
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Fluminense vs Bragantino — Campeonato Brasileiro Série A
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Kansas City Current vs San Diego Wave — NWSL
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Gotham FC vs Seattle Reign — NWSL
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Denver Summit vs Portland Thorns — NWSL
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Bay FC vs North Carolina Courage — NWSL
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Sunday, 19 July 2026

Chicago Stars vs Angel City — NWSL
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Racing Louisville vs Houston Dash — NWSL
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Utah Royals vs Orlando Pride — NWSL
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Monday, 20 July 2026

Boston Legacy vs Washington Spirit — NWSL
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Saturday, 25 July 2026

Houston Dash vs Bay FC — NWSL
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Orlando Pride vs Chicago Stars — NWSL
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Portland Thorns vs Gotham FC — NWSL
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Boston Legacy vs Kansas City Current — NWSL
23:00 CEST · Watch on: Broadcaster TBC

Sunday, 26 July 2026

North Carolina Courage vs Utah Royals — NWSL
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San Diego Wave vs Seattle Reign — NWSL
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Monday, 27 July 2026

Washington Spirit vs Denver Summit — NWSL
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Angel City vs Racing Louisville — NWSL
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Thursday, 30 July 2026

Kansas City Current vs Racing Louisville — NWSL
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Utah Royals vs Washington Spirit — NWSL
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Bay FC vs Gotham FC — NWSL
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Saturday, 1 August 2026

North Carolina Courage vs Orlando Pride — NWSL
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Racing Louisville vs Chicago Stars — NWSL
22:00 CEST · Watch on: Broadcaster TBC

Sunday, 2 August 2026

Kansas City Current vs Angel City — NWSL
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Houston Dash vs Gotham FC — NWSL
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Bay FC vs Seattle Reign — NWSL
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Washington Spirit vs San Diego Wave — NWSL
22:00 CEST · Watch on: Broadcaster TBC

Monday, 3 August 2026

Utah Royals vs Portland Thorns — NWSL
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Denver Summit vs Boston Legacy — NWSL
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Thursday, 6 August 2026

Denver Summit vs North Carolina Courage — NWSL
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Saturday, 8 August 2026

Gotham FC vs San Diego Wave — NWSL
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Denver Summit vs Utah Royals — NWSL
22:00 CEST · Watch on: Broadcaster TBC

Sunday, 9 August 2026

Washington Spirit vs North Carolina Courage — NWSL
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Orlando Pride vs Racing Louisville — NWSL
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Houston Dash vs Kansas City Current — NWSL
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Boston Legacy vs Portland Thorns — NWSL
22:00 CEST · Watch on: Broadcaster TBC

Monday, 10 August 2026

Chicago Stars vs Bay FC — NWSL
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Seattle Reign vs Angel City — NWSL
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Saturday, 15 August 2026

Gotham FC vs Kansas City Current — NWSL
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San Diego Wave vs Denver Summit — NWSL
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Seattle Reign vs Chicago Stars — NWSL
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Utah Royals vs Bay FC — NWSL
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Sunday, 16 August 2026

Racing Louisville vs Boston Legacy — NWSL
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Portland Thorns vs Orlando Pride — NWSL
02:45 CEST · Watch on: Broadcaster TBC

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