Fox Sports Announces Comprehensive 2026 FIFA World Cup Coverage Plan
Fox Sports is set to enhance its coverage of the FIFA World Cup in 2026. The network will broadcast all 104 matches live across its platforms. This exciting tournament will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and will be hosted in 16 cities across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Comprehensive Broadcast Schedule
All World Cup matches will be available on the Fox broadcast network and FS1 cable channel. Additionally, they will be streamed live on the Fox One platform and the Fox Sports app, ensuring fans can enjoy the games from anywhere.
Hosting Cities
- Atlanta
- Boston
- Dallas
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- New York
- Philadelphia
- Seattle
- San Francisco
Record Production Volume
Fox Sports will deliver 340 hours of World Cup-related programming. This is a significant increase of 100 hours compared to the previous tournament in 2022. Eric Shanks, CEO of Fox Sports, expressed enthusiasm about this monumental event, describing it as their largest production in 32 years.
Exclusive Broadcast Rights
This tournament will mark the sixth time Fox Sports has held exclusive English-language broadcasting rights for the World Cup in the U.S. Spanish-language coverage will be provided by NBCUniversal’s Telemundo.
U.S. Men’s National Team Matches
The group stage matches for the U.S. Men’s National Team are scheduled for:
- June 12 in Los Angeles
- June 19 in Seattle
- June 25 in Los Angeles
The complete broadcast schedule will be announced after the FIFA World Cup 26 Final Draw, which is set to take place live on December 5, 2025, at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
This exciting lineup and extensive coverage reflect Fox Sports’ commitment to providing an unparalleled viewing experience for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
