The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to the USA, Canada, and Mexico — the first World Cup hosted across three nations. 104 matches. 48 teams. All broadcasting on FOX, FS1, Telemundo, TSN, and CTV. Watch every goal live on PlayMaxTV from $20/month. No cable required.
FIFA sold the 2026 World Cup broadcast rights to a mix of free-to-air and cable networks across North America. Here is who carries what — and how PlayMaxTV gives you access to all of them in one subscription.
| Broadcaster | Country | Language | On PlayMaxTV |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOX (free to air) | USA | English | ✅ Yes |
| FS1 (cable) | USA | English | ✅ Yes |
| Telemundo (free to air) | USA | Spanish | ✅ Yes |
| UniMás (cable) | USA | Spanish | ✅ Yes |
| TSN (cable) | Canada | English | ✅ Yes |
| CTV (free to air) | Canada | English | ✅ Yes |
| RDS (cable) | Canada | French | ✅ Yes |
| TVA Sports | Canada | French | ✅ Yes |
| TUDN | USA / Mexico | Spanish | ✅ Yes |
For official FIFA World Cup 2026 news, schedules, and previews, follow the FIFA official YouTube channel. For US-focused coverage and analysis, FOX Sports' YouTube channel posts daily World Cup content.
If you live in the USA, you will need access to FOX, FS1, Telemundo, and UniMás to catch all 104 matches. FOX and Telemundo are technically free over the air — but only if you have an antenna and happen to be in range. For every other game, and for reliable 4K streaming, PlayMaxTV is the simplest solution.
The 2026 World Cup features 12 groups of 4 teams. That means 48 group-stage matches alone — spread across FOX and FS1. Multiple matches run simultaneously in the final group matchday, so you need both channels. PlayMaxTV has both.
From the Round of 32 onwards, every match is live on FOX or FS1. The semifinals and final are on FOX (English) and Telemundo (Spanish). All on PlayMaxTV.
USMNT matches will be broadcast on FOX. Given the USA is a co-host, every home game will be a major event. Watch live in 4K with PlayMaxTV.
For USMNT match previews and analysis, the US Soccer's official YouTube channel posts training footage, player interviews, and tactical breakdowns ahead of every match.
Canada is a co-host of World Cup 2026 — the first time the men's national team has appeared in a World Cup since 1986. This is a massive moment for Canadian soccer, and the broadcast partners are TSN, CTV, RDS, and TVA Sports.
TSN holds the primary English-language rights for Canada. All Canadian national team matches and most knockout rounds will air on TSN. PlayMaxTV carries TSN 1 through TSN 5.
Selected high-profile matches — including all Canadian national team matches — will air on CTV free to air. PlayMaxTV includes CTV across all Canadian regional feeds.
French Canadian viewers can watch on RDS and TVA Sports. Both are included in PlayMaxTV.
For Canadian men's national team coverage in French, Canada Soccer's official YouTube channel posts bilingual content including match highlights, pre-game previews, and post-match reactions.
The 2026 World Cup runs for approximately 39 days. Here is a high-level timeline of what to expect.
| Stage | Matches | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Group Stage | 48 matches | 12 groups × 4 teams, 3 rounds each |
| Round of 32 | 16 matches | Top 2 + 8 best third-place teams advance |
| Round of 16 | 8 matches | Single elimination begins |
| Quarter-finals | 4 matches | Top 8 remaining teams |
| Semi-finals | 2 matches | Top 4 teams |
| Third-place match | 1 match | Bronze medal play-off |
| Final | 1 match | The World Cup winner is crowned |
For the complete official schedule, group draw results, and team-by-team breakdowns, visit the FIFA YouTube channel which publishes daily updates and previews as the tournament draws closer.
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Every plan includes all World Cup broadcast channels — FOX, FS1, Telemundo, UniMás, TSN, CTV, RDS, and TVA Sports. No add-ons, no sports tier surcharge.
FOX and FS1 broadcast in English. Telemundo and UniMás broadcast in Spanish. All four are included in PlayMaxTV at no extra cost.
TSN and CTV broadcast in English. RDS and TVA Sports broadcast in French. All are included in PlayMaxTV.
Yes. PlayMaxTV streams in 4K Ultra HD where the source broadcast supports it. FOX is broadcasting selected matches in 4K HDR — those feeds are included.
The standard plan supports 1 connection. The 2-connection annual plan ($150/year) lets two TVs stream at the same time — perfect for households watching different matches simultaneously during the group stage.
Yes. Sign up at playmaxtv.com for a free 24-hour trial. No credit card needed. Try it on the channels you plan to watch the World Cup on.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off in June 2026. The final is scheduled for mid-July 2026 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Check the FIFA YouTube channel for the latest schedule updates.
104 matches. 48 nations. The World Cup is coming to North America for the first time since 1994. Don't miss a single goal — stream every match live on PlayMaxTV from $20/month.
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