Tickets for the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup are expected to be limited and costly, but fans can still catch all 104 matches across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada through various broadcast and streaming options. U.S. team captain Tim Ream emphasized the significance of the event, likening it to experiencing a Super Bowl daily for five weeks. FOX and NBCUniversal hold broadcasting rights for the matches, with a record 40 primetime slots on FOX. For Spanish-language audiences, all matches will be aired on NBC’s Telemundo and Universo. Fans can access 70 matches for free via TV antennas and the FOX network, while the remaining games will be on cable. Streaming options include FOX Sports app and Peacock for Spanish content, alongside platforms like YouTube TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV.
Why It Matters
The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup marks a historic event as it is the first time the tournament will be jointly hosted by three countries: the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This collaboration aims to enhance the accessibility of soccer to a broader audience. With over 5 billion expected viewers, the tournament is not only a significant sporting event but also a substantial economic opportunity, potentially boosting tourism and local economies. The last time the U.S. hosted the World Cup was in 1994, making this a highly anticipated return to a major sporting event on home soil.
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