Fox Sports to broadcast Record 69 Live Matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Fox Sports is gearing up for the largest sporting event in its 32-year history: the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The network will deliver an unprecedented 69 live matches,marking a new record for broadcast television coverage of the tournament. this represents a notable increase from the 34 live games aired during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
A Growing Tournament, A Growing Audience
The expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams – up from 32 – is the primary driver behind the increased coverage. This larger format translates to more matches with a total of 104 games being broadcast by fox Sports.FS1 will air the remaining 35 matches, complementing the extensive coverage on the flagship Fox network.
This expansion reflects the growing popularity of soccer in the United States.You’ve likely noticed the increasing interest and investment in Major League Soccer (MLS) and other soccer leagues. Fox Sports is capitalizing on this momentum.
What This means for Viewers
Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect from Fox Sports’ 2026 World Cup coverage:
* Record Live Coverage: 69 live matches on fox, surpassing all previous World Cup broadcasts.
* Extensive Total Programming: Over 340 hours of first-run programming, including pre- and post-match analysis.
* Increased Coverage: A 100-hour increase compared to the 2022 tournament.
* Prime Host Nation Coverage: As a led host nation, the U.S. will feature prominently, with games scheduled for June 12th and 25th in Los Angeles and June 19th in Seattle.
“Fox Sports’ presentation of FIFA World Cup 26 is going to be the biggest production in our company’s 32-year history,” stated Eric Shanks, CEO and Executive Producer at Fox Sports. “We couldn’t be more excited to showcase this once-in-a-lifetime event with more matches on broadcast television than ever before.”
Key Dates & What to look For
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament kicks off on Thursday, June 11th, 2026, and culminates with the final match on Sunday, July 19th, 2026.
Expect fierce competition from reigning champions Argentina, alongside powerhouses like Brazil and England. The draw, which will determine the full broadcast schedule, will take place live on Fox from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C. on Friday, December 5th.
Stay tuned for further updates as the schedule is finalized. You won’t want to miss this historic event.