How to Watch World Cup 2026 in England
Complete guide to every TV channel and streaming service showing the FIFA World Cup 2026 in England. Updated for all 104 matches — June 11 to July 19, 2026.
World Cup 2026 TV Channels in England
How to Stream World Cup 2026 in England
Watch all England World Cup matches free on ITVX or BBC iPlayer. No subscription required.
FIFA World Cup 2026 in England — Full Broadcast Guide
England fans have guaranteed free-to-air coverage of the Three Lions' World Cup 2026 campaign via BBC and ITV. Both broadcasters share rights, meaning every England match is accessible for free via ITVX and BBC iPlayer.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, hosted across 16 stadiums in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. With an expanded format of 48 teams and 104 matches, there is more World Cup football than ever before. England fans can expect matches spread throughout the day due to the North American time zones.
The World Cup 2026 Final takes place on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA. All major broadcasters in England will carry the Final live.
England World Cup 2026 Squad— Group L
| # | Player | Club | Age | Ht | Foot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | J Jordan Pickford Goalkeeper | Everton | 32 | 185cm | right |
| 13 | D Dean Henderson Goalkeeper | Crystal Palace | 27 | 188cm | right |
| 23 | J James Trafford Goalkeeper | Manchester City | 22 | 192cm | right |
| 2 | R Reece James Defender | Chelsea | 25 | 180cm | right |
| 22 | T Tino Livramento Defender | Newcastle United | 22 | 172cm | right |
| 6 | M Marc Guehi Defender | Manchester City | 24 | 181cm | right |
| 4 | E Ezri Konsa Defender | Aston Villa | 27 | 183cm | right |
| 5 | J John Stones Defender | Manchester City | 31 | 188cm | right |
| 14 | J Jarell Quansah Defender | Bayer Leverkusen | 22 | 190cm | right |
| 3 | N Nico O'Reilly Defender | Manchester City | 20 | 185cm | right |
| 21 | D Dan Burn Defender | Newcastle United | 32 | 196cm | left |
| 12 | D Djed Spence Defender | Tottenham Hotspur | 24 | 178cm | right |
| 4 | D Declan Rice Midfielder | Arsenal | 26 | 185cm | right |
| 8 | E Elliot Anderson Midfielder | Nottingham Forest | 22 | 181cm | right |
| 10 | J Jude Bellingham Midfielder | Real Madrid | 22 | 186cm | right |
| 15 | J Jordan Henderson Midfielder | Brentford | 35 | 182cm | right |
| 16 | M Morgan Rogers Midfielder | Aston Villa | 22 | 183cm | right |
| 18 | K Kobbie Mainoo Midfielder | Manchester United | 20 | 181cm | right |
| 25 | E Eberechi Eze Midfielder | Arsenal | 26 | 176cm | right |
| 9 | H Harry Kane Forward | Bayern Munich | 32 | 188cm | right |
| 19 | I Ivan Toney Forward | Al-Ahli | 29 | 181cm | right |
| 11 | O Ollie Watkins Forward | Aston Villa | 30 | 180cm | right |
| 7 | B Bukayo Saka Forward | Arsenal | 24 | 178cm | left |
| 17 | N Noni Madueke Forward | Arsenal | 23 | 178cm | right |
| 20 | M Marcus Rashford Forward | FC Barcelona | 28 | 185cm | right |
| 24 | A Anthony Gordon Forward | Newcastle United | 24 | 181cm | left |
Frequently Asked Questions
How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in England?
The World Cup 2026 in England is broadcast on ITV / ITVX, BBC One / BBC iPlayer. Watch all England World Cup matches free on ITVX or BBC iPlayer. No subscription required.
Is the World Cup 2026 free to watch in England?
Yes — there is free-to-air World Cup coverage available in England. Check the channel list above for free options.
What time are World Cup 2026 matches in England?
Matches are played in North American time zones. In England (BST (UTC+1) during the tournament), group stage matches typically kick off at various times throughout the day and evening. Check LiveFootballOnSat's schedule for exact kick-off times converted to your local timezone.
Can I watch the World Cup 2026 abroad from England?
Travelling from England? Use a VPN to access BBC iPlayer and ITVX for free World Cup coverage from anywhere. A VPN is the most reliable option for accessing geo-restricted streams.
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