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Where to Watch World Cup 2026 in the UK

Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the UK on BBC and ITV, with free-to-air coverage shared between the two broadcasters.

Broadcaster

Main broadcaster
BBC and ITV
Streaming
BBC iPlayer and ITVX
Coverage note
FIFA has confirmed BBC and ITV as the UK media rights holders for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and 2030 tournaments.
World Cup 2026 schedule in UK timeFIFA UK media rights announcement

Viewing Options

BBCFree-to-air

Shared UK rights holder confirmed by FIFA.

BBC iPlayerFree streaming

Use BBC schedules to confirm individual matches.

ITVFree-to-air

Shared UK rights holder confirmed by FIFA.

ITVXFree streaming

Use ITV schedules to confirm individual matches.

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Channels and Apps

BBCITVBBC iPlayerITVX

Broadcaster schedules can change close to kickoff. Use this page as a starting point, then confirm the exact match listing with the broadcaster before the game.

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