FOX Sports Unveils Unprecedented FIFA World Cup 26™ Coverage with Record TV Matches
FOX Sports has announced an unprecedented plan for its coverage of the FIFA World Cup 26
, set to take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026. This global event will be historic, featuring a total of 69 matches aired live on FOX, representing the largest number of matches ever broadcast by a network in television history. The tournament will span across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Record-Setting Coverage for FIFA World Cup 26
During the upcoming tournament, FOX Sports will provide an extensive broadcast schedule that includes:
- 69 matches on FOX network television
- 35 matches on FS1
- Complete live streaming on FOX One and the FOX Sports App
This coverage is more than double the 34 matches aired during the FIFA World Cup 2022. FOX Sports aims to deliver around 340 hours of first-run programming, representing a 100-hour increase compared to the previous World Cup.
Innovative Broadcasting Strategy
FOX Sports plans to enhance viewer engagement with cutting-edge technology and broadcast approaches. The coverage will feature:
- Top-tier broadcast teams
- Prominent soccer analysts
- Coverage of vibrant storylines and player highlights
According to Eric Shanks, CEO & Executive Producer of FOX Sports, this presentation will be the biggest in the company’s history, setting the stage for an extraordinary viewing experience. Shanks expressed enthusiasm about showcasing the tournament, emphasizing the larger scale and appeal of the event.
Details of the Tournament
The FIFA World Cup 26 will be notable as the event’s first hosting by three nations. A record 48 teams will compete in 104 matches across 16 cities. In the U.S. alone, eleven cities will host the tournament, including:
- Atlanta
- Boston
- Dallas
- Houston
- Kansas City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- New York/New Jersey
- Philadelphia
- Seattle
- San Francisco Bay Area
The United States Men’s National Team will make its 12th FIFA World Cup appearance. Their group stage matches are scheduled for June 12 and June 25 in Los Angeles, and June 19 in Seattle.
Future Plans and Announcements
The complete broadcast schedule for the FIFA World Cup 26 will be announced after the Final Draw on December 5, which will be broadcast live from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
As FOX Sports prepares for this monumental sporting event, anticipation builds for what promises to be a World Cup experience like no other. With a legacy of award-winning coverage, FOX Sports is poised to uphold its commitment to delivering outstanding content for soccer fans worldwide.
