Your Options for Watching the 2026 World Cup in the US
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026 and runs through July 19. With 104 total matches across 16 host cities in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, this is the biggest tournament in World Cup history — and the streaming landscape is more complicated than ever.
Here's what you need to know: FOX Sports holds all English-language broadcast rights. Telemundo covers Spanish. That means your access depends on which packages carry those channels. Let's break it all down.
| Service | Monthly Cost | All 104 Matches | 4K Quality | No Contract | WorldCupStream |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cable TV (avg) | ~$90/mo | PARTIAL | SOME | ✗ |
$5.83/mo
✓ All 104 Matches
✓ True 4K UHD
✓ No Contract
✓ Free Trial
|
| FuboTV | $79.99/mo | PARTIAL | LIMITED | ✓ | |
| YouTube TV | $72.99/mo | PARTIAL | ✗ | ✓ | |
| Hulu + Live TV | $82.99/mo | PARTIAL | ✗ | ✓ | |
| Sling TV | $45.00/mo | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
Option 1: FOX Sports (Official Broadcaster)
FOX Sports has exclusive English-language rights to all 104 World Cup matches in the US. Matches air across FOX and FS1. Big matches (quarter-finals, semi-finals, Final) go on the main FOX network — accessible free over the air if you have an antenna.
The problem: FS1 requires a pay TV subscription. You can't stream all 104 matches without paying for a cable or live TV bundle. Options include FuboTV ($79.99/mo), YouTube TV ($72.99/mo), or Hulu + Live TV ($82.99/mo).
Bottom line: FOX Sports is the official broadcaster, but accessing it costs $45–$90/month for a live TV bundle you'll mostly never use.
Option 2: Peacock (Spanish Language)
Telemundo/Peacock carries all 104 matches in Spanish for US viewers. A Peacock Premium subscription costs $7.99/month. If you're comfortable watching in Spanish, this is one of the cheaper official routes — but it's still an ongoing subscription and you need another service for English commentary.
Option 3: Tubi (Free, Limited)
Fox's free streaming service Tubi will broadcast a selection of matches for free — likely the opening match and a few group stage games. Great if you only care about watching a few games, but Tubi won't carry all 104 matches.
Option 4: WorldCupStream.us (Best Value)
WorldCupStream.us is a premium IPTV service that gives you all 104 matches in 4K UHD — plus 20,000+ live channels including NFL, NBA, UFC, Premier League, and 80,000+ VOD titles. All for a fraction of what any live TV bundle charges.
How to Set Up WorldCupStream in 4 Steps
Getting set up takes less than 10 minutes. Here's exactly what to do:
Pick Your Plan
The 3-month plan ($34.99) is perfect — it covers the full World Cup from June 11 through the July 19 Final, plus a month of post-tournament sport. The 12-month plan at $69.99 ($5.83/mo) is the best long-term value.
Message via WhatsApp
Click any "Watch Now" button to open WhatsApp chat. You'll be connected with the support team instantly — no forms, no payment portals, no waiting rooms.
Receive Credentials (Under 10 Minutes)
Your M3U URL and Xtream Codes login arrive via WhatsApp or email within 5–10 minutes. Available 24 hours a day — even on match days and weekends.
Install Hot Player & Watch
Download Hot Player on your device (Firestick downloader code: 395800). Enter your details and you're watching all 104 World Cup matches in 4K UHD. A full setup guide is sent with your credentials.
Device-by-Device Setup Guide
📺 Amazon Firestick / Fire TV
The most popular way to use WorldCupStream. Enable "Apps from Unknown Sources" in Settings → My Fire TV → Developer Options, then use the Downloader app with code 395800 to install Hot Player. Full guide included with credentials. Read the full Firestick guide →
📺 Samsung / LG Smart TV
Use your Smart TV's built-in browser to download Hot Player, or cast from your phone using any IPTV app. Alternatively, plug in a Firestick — which gives you the most control and the best performance.
📱 iPhone / iPad (iOS)
Download GSE Smart IPTV or IPTV Smarters Pro from the App Store. Enter your Xtream Codes credentials and you're ready to watch on your iPhone or iPad.
🤖 Android Phone / Tablet
Download Hot Player or TiviMate from the Play Store. Enter your M3U URL or Xtream Codes. You can also cast to your TV via Chromecast once it's set up on your phone.
💻 Windows PC / Mac
Use VLC Media Player (free) — open your M3U URL under Media → Open Network Stream. Or download the Hot Player desktop app for a better experience with the full channel guide.
Which Option Is Best for You?
- Watch 1–2 big matches only: Try Tubi (free) for the opener, or get an antenna for the FOX network matches
- Spanish speaker watching all 104: Peacock Premium at $7.99/month is solid value
- Full English coverage + other sport: WorldCupStream.us is the best value at $5.83–$17.99/month
- Already have a cable/live TV bundle: FOX Sports is included — check your package