The biggest global event in soccer is back: the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026 across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Forty-eight qualified national teams will once again meet on the pitch, each seeking to hoist the golden Cup.
Can’t wait to see all the action? We’ll keep this page updated daily with all of the day’s World Cup matches, so you don’t miss a single moment of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Don’t forget: You can watch World Cup matches on FOX Sports and FS1 with DIRECTV. Don’t have DIRECTV yet? Sign up today!
2026 FIFA World Cup Games on Today
The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts on June 11, 2026. Check out the full 2026 World Cup schedule here while you wait for the first matches to kick off.
Where to Watch World Cup Games in the United States
You can watch the 2026 World Cup on FOX Sports and FS1. Find your local FOX affiliate here. Spanish-language coverage will be available on Telemundo and Universo.
Watch World Cup Games Live with DIRECTV
You can catch the entire 2026 World Cup on FOX and FS1 with DIRECTV. Get started today!
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