The 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada will be the first hosted by three nations and the first in North America in over three decades.
If you are wondering how to follow the action from your corner of the world, read on as we look at some of the best ways to watch the tournament on each continent.
Asia
Asian football fans may find it difficult to watch the upcoming tournament in North America because of the difference in time zones.
FIFA recently launched a media rights tender process in the region, and top broadcasters will be clamoring to win a share of the revenue.
Switzerland-based agency Infront previously handled football media rights for Asian countries, including India.
However, FIFA has taken a new approach by negotiating directly with broadcast platforms, although they are still retaining the agency’s expertise as an advisor in selected markets.
Streaming platforms such as JioCenema will likely be among the best places for Asian fans to watch the 2026 World Cup.
Europe
German platforms ARD, ZDF, and Magenta Sport covered the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and are expected to do so again in 2026, providing free-to-air coverage of all games.
The BBC and ITV are expected to share broadcast rights for the 2026 World Cup in the United Kingdom, as has been the case in previous editions.
Fans in the Republic of Ireland will turn to RTE, but they should also be able to tune in to World Cup games through Irish betting sites.
Many outlets featured on Dundalk Sport stream live football, so they will be a useful alternative for fans to follow the World Cup games.
Streaming the games through betting sites will also allow punters to keep track of their bets while watching the game unfold.
North America
With the World Cup taking place across the US, Mexico, and Canada, fans in those countries will enjoy unprecedented access to all the action.
FIFA’s tender process is still ongoing, but FOX Sports and Telemundo will likely handle English and Spanish broadcasts, giving fans multiple options and languages.
Canadian fans can count on TSN or RDS for French-language coverage, and both will offer live broadcasting and streaming options. Sportsnet could also join in to give Canadian viewers increased access to the tournament.
Fans in Mexico can tune in via nationwide broadcast channels Televisa and TV Azteca. Both outlets have reliable apps that make it convenient for fans to watch wherever they are.
South America
South Americans are some of the most passionate football fans in the world, and countries such as Brazil and Argentina will have extensive coverage of the World Cup.
Globo TV usually broadcasts the tournament in Brazil and should continue that tradition through their SporTV channel in 2026. Their streaming platform, Globoplay, is also expected to carry live games.
Fans in Argentina should be able to turn to TyC Sports and Television Publica, which will likely be on coverage duties.
La Albiceleste will head into the 2026 showpiece keen to retain the title, which means everyone in the country will be glued to their screens.
Fans who don’t want to miss a beat can turn to TyC’s online streaming service to follow all the action wherever they are.
Africa
The World Cup is a big deal for Africans, so broadcasters ensure that fans across the continent have access to all the games, and 2026 will be no different.
SuperSport plays a key role in ensuring everyone can follow all the actions of the showpiece, but its services are more prominent in South Africa and Nigeria.
Fans can watch World Cup matches on SuperSport’s satellite channels, which also offer streaming options via the DStv app, a popular choice for fans who want access via their mobile devices.
National broadcasters may only air key games, such as the latter rounds of the tournament, so those who want to keep up with all the action will have to watch DStv and GOtv channels.
Australia
Australian supporters with a vested interest in the World Cup will be able to access coverage from SBS, the free-to-air broadcaster.
SBS has traditionally held rights to broadcast major international tournaments, and they have received clearance from FIFA to air every game from the 2026 World Cup.
The company’s streaming service, SBS On Demand, will allow fans to watch on the go by providing live coverage across multiple devices.
With Optus Sport likely to join the line-up, Australians could have other options available. The streaming platform offered extensive coverage of the 2022 World Cup.
