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How to Watch the World Cup 2026 in the USA

US viewers can watch World Cup 2026 matches via the broadcasters and streaming services that hold US rights. The cleanest source for the current channel and app per match is FIFA's official broadcaster listing — our schedule below shows kickoff times in both ET and PT for every game.

World Cup 2026 Kickoffs in ET / PT

Upcoming World Cup 2026 fixtures with kickoff times in Eastern Time and Pacific Time
DAYMATCHETPT
Thu, Jun 11MEX vs RSAGA3:00 PM12:00 PM
Thu, Jun 11KOR vs CZEGA10:00 PM7:00 PM
Fri, Jun 12CAN vs BIHGB3:00 PM12:00 PM
Fri, Jun 12USA vs PARGD9:00 PM6:00 PM
Sat, Jun 13QAT vs SUIGB3:00 PM12:00 PM
Sat, Jun 13BRA vs MARGC6:00 PM3:00 PM
Sat, Jun 13HAI vs SCOGC9:00 PM6:00 PM
Sun, Jun 14AUS vs TURGD12:00 AM9:00 PM
Sun, Jun 14GER vs CUWGE1:00 PM10:00 AM
Sun, Jun 14NED vs JPNGF4:00 PM1:00 PM
See the full World Cup 2026 schedule for every match.

FAQs

How can I watch the World Cup 2026 in the US?

US viewers can watch World Cup 2026 matches on the broadcasters and streaming services that hold US rights — these are listed on FIFA's official broadcast partner page (linked below). Check your local rights-holder for the latest TV channel, streaming app and free-to-air options. Pay-per-view, league passes and trial offers are common around major tournaments.

What channel is the World Cup 2026 on in the USA?

The current US TV channel and streaming app for each match are confirmed by FIFA and the rights-holder. Because rights renew across tournaments, the best way to be sure is to check the official FIFA broadcasters page or your local listing — we link both below so you always land on the current source rather than an outdated channel name.

Can I stream the World Cup 2026 for free?

Some US rights-holders offer free-to-air streams of selected matches, while others sit behind a subscription or cable login. Trial weeks, antenna over-the-air feeds and FAST (free ad-supported) streams have all been used at recent major tournaments. Check the rights-holder's site and FIFA's listing for the current free options.

What time are World Cup 2026 games in ET and PT?

Most matches are played in the afternoon and evening across US time zones, with a few earlier slots for daytime fixtures. We list kickoff times in both ET and PT for every World Cup 2026 game in the table below, so you can plan whether you're East-coast, West-coast or anywhere in between.

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