World Cup 2026 is Live Now
Your comprehensive guide to watching Les Bleus and all 104 matches live across France. Compare free-to-air options on M6/TF1 and full tournament coverage on beIN Sports.
TV Channels
France splits its World Cup coverage between free-to-air networks for key matches and a dedicated pay-TV sports service for the entire tournament.
Free-to-Air TV
M6 and TF1 share the free-to-air broadcasting rights for 54 matches. They will televise all matches involving the France national team (Les Bleus), as well as the biggest knockout games and the Final.
Full Tournament Rights
beIN Sports holds the complete broadcast rights in France. They will air all 104 matches of the tournament live, including the 50 exclusive matches not available on free-to-air television.
Free vs Paid in France
The French broadcasting setup ensures you can watch Les Bleus for free, but catching every game requires a subscription.
Watch 54 matches, including every France game, the semi-finals, and the Final.
Best for: Fans following Les Bleus and the biggest matches of the tournament without wanting a subscription.
Access to all 104 matches, with exclusive coverage of 50 group stage and knockout games.
Best for: Die-hard football fans who want to watch every possible game, regardless of who is playing.
France Streaming Apps
Stream the World Cup seamlessly on your devices using these official platforms.
VPN & Geo-blocking
If you are traveling abroad during the tournament, 6play, TF1+, and beIN Connect will likely be geo-blocked to French IP addresses.
Some fans use a VPN to connect to a French server to access their home accounts while traveling. Ensure you comply with the terms of service of the streaming providers and local regulations. Unofficial streams are unreliable and carry malware risks.
Match schedule
North American kickoffs mean late nights in Europe. See when the next matches air converted to Central European Summer Time (CEST).
France Fan Shortcuts
View the dedicated group stage path and potential knockout route for Les Bleus.
Track France →Don't mess up the math. Auto-detect your local timezone for all 104 matches.
Match times hub →Add all fixtures straight to your Apple, Google, or Outlook calendar.
Get the ICS file →France Broadcast FAQ
In France, the broadcasting rights are shared between free-to-air networks and a pay-TV service. M6 and TF1 hold the rights for free-to-air television, while beIN Sports holds the rights to broadcast all 104 matches of the tournament on pay-TV.
Yes! M6 and TF1 will collectively broadcast 54 matches for free. This includes all matches featuring the French national team (Les Bleus), the opening match, the semi-finals, and the final.
To watch every single match of the expanded 48-team tournament, you will need a paid subscription to beIN Sports (via beIN Connect or your TV provider). The 54 free-to-air matches can be streamed on the 6play and TF1+ apps.
Yes, their free-to-air World Cup coverage often extends to Monaco, Andorra, and French overseas territories. Check your local provider for specific channel availability in these regions.
If you are physically in France, you do not need a VPN. However, if you are a French resident traveling abroad during the tournament, 6play, TF1+, and beIN Connect will be geo-blocked. Many fans use a VPN to access their French streaming services while traveling.
