How to Watch World Cup 2026 in France: TV and Streaming Options

If you're in France and want to catch every moment of the FIFA World Cup 2026, there are plenty of ways to tune in. The main free-to-air broadcasters TF1 and M6 will share coverage of the biggest games, including all of France's matches. For those wanting full access, beIN Sports offers every one of the 104 games on pay-TV and through its streaming service beIN Connect.

Free-to-Air Television

• TF1: Free access to all France matches, the opening game, knockout rounds, and the final.
• M6: Broadcasts group stage matches plus the Round of 32 and Round of 16.

Free Streaming Services

• TF1+: Live streaming and replay options for TF1’s matches at no cost.
• M6+ (6play): Streams M6 games live with ads and provides on-demand replays.

Pay TV and Streaming

• beIN Sports: Starting around €15 per month, offering all 104 matches with detailed multi-camera setups.
• beIN Connect: Online streaming with full live coverage of every match, also starting at about €15 monthly.

Common Questions

Are France’s matches free to watch within France?Yes, all matches featuring Les Bleus will be shown on TF1 for free, covering both group and knockout stages. You can watch live or catch replays on TF1+ without any charge.

Where Else to Watch World Cup 2026

If you're outside France, the tournament is available in many countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Spain, Germany, Saudi Arabia, and Australia.