How to Watch World Cup 2026: TV & Streaming by Country
Official broadcasters and streamers for World Cup 2026 across ~15 major markets, from FOX and BBC to Globo, M6 and NHK.
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World Cup 2026 Schedule & Fixtures Hub
The complete World Cup 2026 schedule: key dates, group stage matchdays, the new Round of 32, and how to follow every fixture.
Everything on the calendar
From the opener on 11 June to the final on 19 July 2026, the 48-team, 104-match World Cup runs nearly six weeks. Not affiliated with FIFA. Live grid on the fixtures page.
Opener and group stage
It begins with Mexico v South Africa on 11 June, headlining Group A, across three matchdays (11–28 June). Table on standings.
Knockouts
Round of 32 (late June) → Round of 16 → quarters → semis → final 19 July. See the knockout explainer and bracket.
Matchday 1 highlights
Convert any kickoff with kickoff times and read how to watch.
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