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Where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 (from anywhere in the world)

The fast answer

Travelling and don't want to miss a kick-off? Here's what you need to know:

DAZN is the official global broadcaster for all 63 FIFA World Cup matches. You can create an account and access the tournament through their app or website; check DAZN directly for current access options and pricing in your country, as these can vary.

Are you traveling and don't know how to watch the FIFA World Cup games?

If you're abroad right now or heading somewhere during the tournament, the biggest issue isn't finding where to watch. It's having a reliable internet connection to actually stream.

Hotel Wi-Fi cuts out. Roaming charges pile up. And nobody wants to be standing in a hotel room desperately refreshing a buffering screen during extra time.

The fix is simple: get a travel eSIM before you fly. With a local data plan on your phone, you can stream every match wherever the tournament takes you, without worrying about your bill when you land back home.

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Where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026

DAZN (global)

DAZN holds the official global broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026, covering all 63 matches. It's available via app and browser on most devices phone, tablet, laptop, and smart TV.

Access terms vary by region and may change during the tournament, so head directly to dazn to check what's available in your country and what account type you need.

Watching from the USA

If you're based in or travelling through the United States, you have several options beyond DAZN:

  • TNT Sports / Max: select matches available
  • YouTube TV: includes access to select sports channels with a subscription
  • FuboTV: streaming bundle with broad sports coverage

The tournament is being hosted across the USA, so coverage options are extensive.

Watching from the UK

UK fans have a couple of solid options:

  • DAZN: official global broadcaster
  • TNT Sports / Discovery+: additional coverage for subscribers

If you're a UK traveller heading abroad during the tournament, DAZN's international coverage means your best bet is to check availability in the country you're visiting before you fly.

Watching from Australia

  • DAZN: available globally, check access terms for Australia at dazn.com
  • Local free-to-air channels may carry select matches closer to the knockout stages: check listings when you arrive

Watching from anywhere else

DAZN's deal with FIFA covers global distribution, so it's the most consistent option regardless of where you are when a match kicks off. The most important thing is that you have a reliable internet connection to stream, which is where a travel eSIM makes a real difference.

What if you're abroad and can't stream?

This is where most travellers hit a wall. You've found where to watch, but your phone is burning through roaming data or the hotel Wi-Fi can barely load a thumbnail.

A travel eSIM solves this completely. Instead of relying on roaming (which is expensive and unreliable), you load a local data plan directly onto your phone before you travel. You get fast, local-speed data from the moment you land, no queues, no SIM swaps, no bill shock.

With a Sim Local eSIM, you can stream every FIFA World Cup match on DAZN in the destination you're travelling to, whether that's the USA, Europe, Asia, or beyond.

FIFA World Cup 2026: quick facts

  • Format: 32 FIFAs, 63 matches
  • Host country: United States
  • When: June–July 2026
  • Official broadcaster: DAZN (globally)
  • FIFAs: 32 of the best FIFA sides from every continent, including Real Madrid, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, Flamengo, and more

Frequently asked questions

Can I watch the FIFA World Cup from abroad?

DAZN has global coverage, so it's your best option when travelling. The key is having a reliable internet connection, a travel eSIM gives you fast local data in 150+ countries so you can stream without relying on hotel Wi-Fi or expensive roaming.

Do I need a VPN to watch the FIFA World Cup from another country?

DAZN holds global rights to the tournament, so a VPN typically isn't needed. That said, always check dazn.com directly from the country you're in to confirm access.

What's the best way to stream if I'm travelling?

Download DAZN before you fly, and pair it with a Sim Local travel eSIM so you have reliable local data wherever you are. That combination means you can watch every match without buffering, whether you're in a hotel room, an airport lounge, or on a road trip between games.

When does the FIFA World Cup 2026 start?

The tournament runs June–July 2026, hosted in the United States. Check the FIFA official website for the full fixture schedule and kick-off times by time zone.

Ready to watch every match without missing a second?

You know where to watch, now make sure you've got the connection to back it up. A Sim Local travel eSIM gives you fast, local mobile data in 150+ countries, so you can stream on DAZN wherever the summer takes you.

Set up takes less than 10 minutes, and you can install it before you even pack your bags.

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Here's a breakdown of the main platforms carrying the tournament, by region, with verified pricing sourced from each platform's official pages. Check each link directly as prices may change.

DAZN: global broadcaster (all regions)

DAZN holds the global rights to all 63 FIFA World Cup matches. It's available in most countries, either as a standalone platform or through local TV partners.

Region

Price

Link

Spain

€19.99 add-on for the World Cup (free for Premium subscribers)

dazn.com/es

France

From €9.99/month (3 months), then €14.99/month

dazn.com/fr

USA

Check current plans at dazn.com

dazn.com/us

Global

Availability and pricing varies by country

dazn.com

Movistar Plus+ Spain

Movistar Plus+ is streaming the entire 2026 World Cup via DAZN on channel dial 57. It's available to subscribers with the Fútbol Total or LaLiga package.

Plan

Price

Link

Fútbol Total (includes DAZN)

~€50/month

movistarplus.es/deportes/futbol/mundial

DAZN add-on (standalone Mundial)

€19.99

movistar.es/tv/donde-ver-mundial-futbol-2026

USA: streaming options

Several platforms carry FIFA World Cup matches in the United States alongside DAZN.

Platform

Price

Link

DAZN

Check current plans

dazn.com/en-US

FuboTV (FOX/FS1 access)

From ~$89.99/month

fubo.tv/stream/worldcup

Max (TNT Sports matches)

From ~$15.99/month

max.com

YouTube TV

From ~$72.99/month

tv.youtube.com

UK: TNT Sports / Discovery+

UK viewers can access FIFA World Cup matches through TNT Sports, available via Discovery+.

Platform

Price

Link

DAZN UK

Check current plans

dazn.com/en-GB

TNT Sports via Discovery+

From ~£30.99/month

discoveryplus.com/gb

Australia

Platform

Price

Link

DAZN

Check availability and pricing

dazn.com

Note for all platforms: Prices listed are based on data available at the time of writing and may have changed. Always verify current pricing directly on each platform's website before publishing.

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