World Cup 2026 is Live Now · Host Nation
Your premium, legal guide to watching the USMNT and all 104 matches live across the United States. Compare English and Spanish TV channels, free options, and the best streaming apps.
TV Channels
The tournament rights in the United States are split by language. Here are the premium networks expected to carry the live action.
English Language Rights
Fox retains the exclusive English-language broadcasting rights. Expect the biggest matches (including the USMNT, opening match, and final) on the main over-the-air Fox network, with the bulk of the group stage and early knockouts on FS1.
Spanish Language Rights
NBCUniversal's Telemundo holds the Spanish-language rights. Broadcasts will feature across Telemundo (free over-the-air) and Universo (cable). Streaming of these Spanish broadcasts is expected on Peacock.
Free vs Paid in the USA
You don't need a massive cable package for the biggest moments, but die-hard fans watching all 104 games will need a subscription.
Select major matches on the local Fox affiliate and Telemundo.
Best for: Casual fans, watching the USMNT, the opening game, and the Final without a subscription.
Access to FS1 and Universo ensures you won't miss a single one of the 104 matches.
Best for: Die-hard soccer fans who want complete coverage of every group stage and knockout game.
USA Streaming Apps
Cutting the cord? These are the legitimate streaming platforms and apps that carry Fox, FS1, or Telemundo.
VPN & Geo-blocking
If you are traveling abroad during the summer of 2026, your American streaming apps (like Fubo or YouTube TV) may be geo-blocked.
Always use official broadcasters. Unofficial streams are unreliable and carry malware risks. If you use a VPN to log into your US accounts while traveling, ensure you review the terms of service of your streaming provider.
Match schedule
See when the next matches air. We strongly recommend viewing the schedule in your specific USA time zone (ET, CT, MT, PT).
USA Fan Shortcuts
View the dedicated group stage path and potential knockout route for the USA National Team.
Track the USMNT →Don't mess up the math. Auto-detect your local USA timezone for all 104 matches.
Match times hub →Add all fixtures straight to your Apple, Google, or Outlook calendar.
Get the ICS file →USA Broadcast FAQ
Fox Sports holds the English-language broadcast rights in the US. Matches are expected to be shown across the main Fox broadcast network and FS1, with live streaming available via the Fox Sports app.
Telemundo Deportes holds the official Spanish-language rights. You can expect matches to air on Telemundo and Universo, with live streaming on Peacock.
Yes, select matches—often including USMNT games, the opening match, and the final—are typically shown on free-to-air broadcast television networks like over-the-air Fox and Telemundo channels. However, to watch every single game, you will likely need a paid cable or streaming subscription.
Expected apps include the Fox Sports app (requires cable login), Peacock (for Spanish broadcasts), and live TV streaming services that carry Fox and FS1 such as Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and DirecTV Stream.
If you are physically in the USA, you do not need a VPN. Your local providers (Fox, Telemundo, Fubo, Peacock, etc.) will have full access. VPNs are generally only used by fans traveling abroad who want to access their home subscriptions.
