FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE, 8 Days To Go: How To Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Broadcast In More Than 120+ Countries— India, UK, USA And Others

Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live across 120+ countries, including India, the UK and the USA. Follow the biggest World Cup ever, featuring 48 teams, 104 matches and a 39-day schedule across the USA, Canada and Mexico. Check official broadcasters, live streaming platforms, match dates and complete viewing details.

By: Arpan Mondal
Last Updated: June 5, 2026 17:34:54 IST

The biggest football extravaganza returns with 48 teams embarking on a thrilling journey to secure the FIFA World Cup 2026. The mega competition will be co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico from June 11. Mexico, placed in Group A, will clash against South Africa in the curtain raiser. With more teams in the fray, fans can expect more enthralling action across almost two months. The FIFA World Cup 2026 final is scheduled for July 20.

Argentina are heading into the event as the defending champions, with Lionel Messi once again leading the team. The 2018 World Cup champions, France, who became the runners-up in the 2022 Qatar after a narrow defeat in the final, will look to reclaim the title. They have a star-studded side, with Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe in charge.

Spain, Portugal, England and Brazil are also top contenders for the World Cup this year. Cristiano Ronaldo is gearing up for his sixth campaign, sharing the record with Messi and Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa. The Portuguese football legend, fresh off a league triumph with Al Nassr, aims to end his long wait for the first-ever World Cup title.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Matches, Dates, Venues, And All You Need To Know

Category Details
Tournament FIFA World Cup 2026
Edition 23rd FIFA World Cup
Dates 11 June – 19 July 2026
Host Countries United States, Canada, Mexico
Number of Teams 48
Total Matches 104
Tournament Format 12 groups of 4 teams each
Knockout Qualification Top 2 teams from each group + 8 best third-placed teams
Round of 32 Introduced for the first time
Opening Match Mexico vs South Africa
Opening Venue Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
Final Date 19 July 2026
Final Venue New York New Jersey Stadium
Number of Host Cities 16

FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Streaming in India

Where can I watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live streaming in India?

The official live streaming platform for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in India is Zee5.

Will FIFA World Cup 2026 matches be available online in India?

Yes, FIFA World Cup 2026 matches will be streamed online on the Zee5 app and website on a subscription basis.

Has FIFA announced the FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcaster for India?

Yes, Zee has the FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasting rights in India. The matches will be telecast across Unite8 Sports channels.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Streaming in the UK

Where can I watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live streaming in the UK?

FIFA World Cup 2026 matches will be available through BBC and ITV platforms in the United Kingdom.

Can I stream FIFA World Cup 2026 matches online in the UK?

Yes, fans can watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live streaming through BBC iPlayer and ITV’s digital platforms.

Which TV channels will broadcast FIFA World Cup 2026 in the UK?

BBC, ITV and STV (in Scotland) hold the broadcasting rights for the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Streaming in the USA

Where can I watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live streaming in the USA?

FIFA World Cup 2026 live streaming in the USA will be available through Fox Sports platforms for English-language coverage and Telemundo for Spanish-language coverage.

How can I stream FIFA World Cup 2026 matches online in the USA?

Fans can access FIFA World Cup 2026 live streaming through the digital services associated with Fox Sports and Telemundo.

Which broadcasters have FIFA World Cup 2026 rights in the USA?

Fox Sports holds the English-language rights, while Telemundo owns the Spanish-language rights for the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Broadcast in 120+ Countries

Country/Region Broadcaster(s)
India Zee5, Unite8 Sports Channels
United Kingdom BBC, ITV, STV (Scotland)
United States Fox Sports (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
Bangladesh TBA
Australia SBS
Canada Bell Media
France M6, beIN Sports
Germany ARD, ZDF, Magenta Sport
Italy RAI, DAZN
Japan NHK, Nippon TV, Fuji TV, DAZN
Nepal Himalaya Sports, Dgo
New Zealand TVNZ
Pakistan PTV Sports, Tapmad
South Africa SABC, SportyTV
South Korea JTBC, KBS, NAVER Sports/CHZZK
Spain RTVE, Mediapro/DAZN
Sri Lanka TBA
MENA Region beIN Sports
Sub-Saharan Africa New World TV, SuperSport
Afghanistan ATN

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