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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the biggest edition of the global tournament to date and it's almost here.

Not only is it hosted by three different countries for the first time (United States, Mexico, Canada), but there's also more teams competing than ever. With 48 teams going head to head across 16 different host cities (11 in the U.S.), it's going to be absolutely epic.

Want to tune in live in the U.S.? Here's everything you need to know about streaming the 2026 World Cup at home.

When is the World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup tournament takes place from June 11 through July 19. The first day of tournament opens with live coverage starting at 1 p.m. ET as Mexico welcomes opponent South Africa.

The United States men's national soccer team (USMNT) opener vs. Paraguay falls on June 12 in Los Angeles at 9 p.m. ET, but you can tune in three hours early for a pre-game special starting at 6 p.m. ET.

What channel are World Cup matches on in the U.S.?

The entirety of the 2026 FIFA World Cup — all 104 tournament matches — will be aired live on Fox and FS1 for those with cable access. A record 40 matches will air in primetime. That's over one third of the tournament.

"Our broadcast schedule affirms FOX is truly going to be America’s home for the beautiful game over a span of 39 incredible days," said Eric Shanks, CEO & Executive Producer, FOX Sports.

What streaming service has the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the U.S.?

Lucky for soccer fans, Fox's own streaming service launched last year and now makes watching every match live in the 2026 World Cup tournament a breeze for cord-cutters. Previously, your only option for watching live Fox channels without cable was through a pay TV provider like YouTube TV or Fubo. Now, Fox One is your one-stop shop for the entire Fox TV portfolio, allowing you to stream live local Fox stations, as well as Fox Sports, FS1, FS2, and more.

Yes, that means a Fox One streaming subscription will grant you live access to all 104 FIFA World Cup matches in the U.S. It costs $19.99 per month after a free three-day trial and you can sign up directly through Fox or through Prime Video as an add-on network.

It's also worth noting that Peacock ($10.99/month) will be streaming all 104 World Cup matches, but only in Spanish. Plus, Tubi will be streaming the opening match on June 11 between Mexico and South Africa, as well as the USA's opening match against Paraguay on June 12, for free. All 102 other matches will require access to Fox.

Are there any Fox One streaming deals?

There aren't as many deals for Fox One as other streamers, but that doesn't mean there are zero. For a limited time, the streamer is offering a three-month subscription — perfect for watching the World Cup — for just $39.98. A $59.97 value, that essentially gets you a full month for free. The deal ends July 19.

You can also score Fox One for free if you sign up for Verizon home internet, if you happen to be in the market for a new provider. The only other real way you can save on a Fox One subscription is by signing up for an annual subscription or a bundle deal.

An annual Fox One subscription will cost you just $199.99. That's $39.88 cheaper than paying for 12 months individually. You can also bundle Fox One with ESPN Unlimited for the ultimate sports package for $39.99 per month, saving you $9.99 per month. If you want to watch more live sports than just the World Cup, these are both deals worth considering.

More World Cup streaming options in the U.S.

If you want to watch the World Cup as well as other live sports this season, you could also opt for a cable replacement service like YouTube TV (10-day trial), Fubo (one-day trial), Hulu + Live TV (three-day trial), or Sling. These option will give you more than just Fox networks, but they'll also cost more. You could exhaust as many free trials as you see fit to make the most of your World Cup watching experience, but we'll leave that up to you. Just be sure to cancel before the trial is up or you'll be hit with a hefty monthly subscription cost.

Free live TV trials:

• YouTube TV — 10-day trial, then $67.99/month for 3 months

• Fubo Sports — 1-day trial, then $45.99/month for 1 months

• Hulu + Live TV — 3-day trial, then $89.99/month

You can also utilize a VPN to livestream the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world for free. Check out our worldwide watch guide for a deeper dive into which platforms and VPNs we recommend.

I'd be remiss if I didn't mention digital antennas as an alternative way to watch. A digital antenna gives you access to your local Fox station (as well as CBS, NBC, and ABC) for free. As long as you live decently close to your local TV station broadcast towers, you'll be able to watch for free — just be sure to check the distance and range before making a purchase. You won't be able to watch FS1, but you'll be able to tune into 70 out of 104 matches on Fox.

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