World Cup

2026 World Cup Live Streams and TV Coverage

The 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the tournament running from June 11 to July 19 2026. It is the biggest World Cup in history, with 48 nations taking part for the first time.

Whether you are looking for live stream details, TV channel information or kick off times, this is the place to find everything you need to watch every game in the UK.

How to Watch the World Cup on TV in the UK

World Cup matches are being shared between ITV and BBC in the UK, with both broadcasters holding the free-to-air rights to the tournament. That means every match is available to watch without a subscription, either live on TV or through BBC iPlayer and ITVX.

Coverage kicks off with the opening ceremony and first match on June 11, with games running daily throughout the group stage before the knockout rounds begin.

World Cup Groups and Schedule
The expanded 48-team format means there are now 12 groups of four teams, with the top two from each group and eight best third-placed sides progressing to the round of 32.

The tournament builds to a final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 2026.

England are in Group A alongside Panama, Croatia and Ghana. Scotland, Wales and Republic of Ireland are also among the 48 nations heading to North America.

World Cup Live Stream Guides

Check the schedule below for the latest live stream guides covering every World Cup match. Each guide includes the TV channel, kick off time, streaming details and team news. ahead of every game throughout the tournament.