The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to become the first edition of the tournament to be co‑hosted by three countries, with the United States, Canada and Mexico sharing the hosting duties. Organizers have confirmed that 16 cities will serve as match venues, promising a blend of stadium atmosphere and cultural showcase.
A Month‑Long Festival of Football
The competition will run from June 11 through July 19, spanning roughly six weeks of play. Matches will be spread across the three nations, allowing fans in different time zones to experience the event live.
Broadcast rights have been secured by FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish, with streaming options expanding the reach of the tournament. Viewers can tap into free trials offered by DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV and Peacock, each providing access to the FOX and FOX Sports channels or the Spanish-language feeds.
Streaming Packages and Viewer Tools
DirecTV’s Entertainment package includes more than 90 live channels, while its Sling Blue offering grants access to FOX and the FOX One app. Fubo’s Pro plan boasts over 200 channels, including both English and Spanish feeds, and comes with a five‑day free trial. Hulu + Live TV also bundles FOX, FOX Sports and Telemundo, giving subscribers a short‑term trial to test the service. Peacock provides two tiers, with the Premium Plus plan delivering ad‑free viewing and the ability to download matches for offline playback.
For fans seeking broadcasts from abroad, ExpressVPN enables connections to international feeds, allowing viewers to watch matches as they air in other markets. This flexibility underscores the tournament’s global appeal.
Star‑Studded Opening and Halftime Spectacle
The opening ceremony will feature a lineup of international performers, including Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, LISA, Rema, Tyla, Alanis Morissette, Alessia Cara, Elyanna, Jessie Reyez, Michael Bublé, Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Lila Downs and others. The final’s halftime show is set to be headlined by Madonna, Shakira and the K‑pop group BTS, promising a high‑profile musical finale.