How to Watch World Cup 2026 in France
Complete guide to every TV channel and streaming service showing the FIFA World Cup 2026 in France. Updated for all 104 matches — June 11 to July 19, 2026.
World Cup 2026 TV Channels in France
How to Stream World Cup 2026 in France
TF1 and M6 show free-to-air matches online via their streaming platforms (TF1+ and 6play). For all 104 matches, beIN Sports Connect offers full streaming.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 in France — Full Broadcast Guide
France is one of the favourites for the 2026 World Cup. TF1 holds free-to-air rights for major matches including all Les Bleus games in the group stage. beIN Sports provides comprehensive coverage of all 104 matches on their subscription channels and beIN Sports Connect streaming platform. The matches involving France will generate enormous TV audiences — TF1 typically attracts 15-20 million viewers for France knockout matches.
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. France 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 France will carry the Final live.
🇫🇷 France World Cup 2026 Squad— Group I
| # | Player | Club | Age | Ht | Foot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 |  Mike Maignan Goalkeeper | AC Milan | 30 | 190cm | right |
| 30 |  Brice Samba Goalkeeper | Stade Rennais | 32 | 186cm | right |
| 40 |  Robin Risser Goalkeeper | RC Lens | — | — | — |
| 12 |  Lucas Digne Defender | Aston Villa | 32 | 178cm | left |
| 12 |  Jules Koundé Defender | FC Barcelona | 27 | 178cm | right |
| 19 |  Theo Hernandez Defender | Al-Hilal | 28 | 184cm | left |
| 21 |  Lucas Hernandez Defender | Paris Saint-Germain | — | — | — |
| 5 |  Dayot Upamecano Defender | Bayern Munich | 27 | 185cm | right |
| 4 |  William Saliba Defender | Arsenal | 25 | 192cm | right |
| 6 |  Ibrahima Konaté Defender | Liverpool | 26 | 194cm | right |
| 12 |  Malo Gusto Defender | Chelsea | 22 | 179cm | — |
| 5 |  Maxence Lacroix Defender | Crystal Palace | 26 | 192cm | right |
| 77 |  N'Golo Kanté Midfielder | Fenerbahçe | — | — | — |
| 25 |  Adrien Rabiot Midfielder | AC Milan | 31 | 188cm | left |
| 24 |  Aurélien Tchouaméni Midfielder | Real Madrid | 26 | 185cm | right |
| 8 |  Manu Koné Midfielder | AS Roma | 39 | 175cm | right |
| — |  Warren Zaïre-Emery Midfielder | Paris Saint-Germain | — | — | — |
| 7 |  Kylian Mbappé Forward | Real Madrid | 27 | 178cm | right |
| — |  Ousmane Dembélé Forward | Paris Saint-Germain | 29 | 178cm | both |
| 10 |  Marcus Thuram Forward | Inter Milan | 28 | 192cm | right |
| 7 |  Bradley Barcola Forward | Paris Saint-Germain | 23 | 186cm | — |
| — |  Michael Olise Forward | Bayern Munich | 24 | — | — |
| 35 |  Maghnes Akliouche Forward | AS Monaco | — | — | — |
| — |  Désiré Doué Forward | Paris Saint-Germain | — | — | — |
| 18 |  Rayan Cherki Forward | Manchester City | 22 | 176cm | right |
| 9 |  Jean-Philippe Mateta Forward | Crystal Palace | 28 | 192cm | right |
Frequently Asked Questions
How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in France?
The World Cup 2026 in France is broadcast on TF1, M6, beIN Sports, Canal+, beIN Sports Connect. TF1 and M6 show free-to-air matches online via their streaming platforms (TF1+ and 6play). For all 104 matches, beIN Sports Connect offers full streaming.
Is the World Cup 2026 free to watch in France?
Yes — there is free-to-air World Cup coverage available in France. Check the channel list above for free options.
What time are World Cup 2026 matches in France?
Matches are played in North American time zones. In France (CEST (UTC+2) 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 France?
Abroad during the World Cup? A VPN lets you access TF1+ or beIN Sports Connect from anywhere in the world. NordVPN and ExpressVPN are the most popular options for accessing geo-restricted streams.