A New Era of Global Soccer
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the first edition to feature 48 national teams, spread across three North American host nations — the United States, Mexico and Canada. The tournament promises a sprawling schedule that stretches from coast to coast, offering fans a chance to experience the sport in venues ranging from iconic stadiums in New York to historic grounds in Guadalajara.
Fox has secured the English-language broadcasting rights, delivering matches on Fox, its cable sister FS1, and the Spanish-language network Telemundo. This tri-platform approach ensures that viewers can follow the action whether they prefer English commentary, bilingual coverage, or a dedicated Spanish feed.
Access to the games will be possible through a variety of traditional and digital pathways. A simple digital antenna can pull in the over-the-air Fox signal, while cable subscribers can tune in via their existing packages. For cord-cutters, streaming services such as Fox One, Peacock, DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and Sling each offer live feeds of the required channels, often with free trials or discounted monthly rates.
International audiences who do not have direct access to these U.S. services can employ virtual private network solutions like ExpressVPN to appear as though they are watching from within the United States, thereby unlocking the same broadcast streams available to domestic viewers.
Fox’s on-air talent roster draws on a blend of former U.S. internationals and global icons. Former U.S. women’s star Carli Lloyd, World Cup veteran Clint Dempsey, and legends such as Landon Donovan, Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimović will lend their insights, adding depth to the coverage.
The scale of the event can be gauged by the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, which drew more than three million spectators to stadiums across the Middle East, underscoring the tournament’s growing global footprint.