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Where to Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the UK
Every FIFA World Cup 2026 match is available to watch completely FREE in the UK on BBC One/ITV1. Coverage is also available via the BBC iPlayer and ITVX streaming apps.
World Cup 2026 Quarter-Finals
The Quarter-Finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 are here. All matches are available to watch free on BBC One and ITV1 in the UK.
| Date | Time (UK) | Match | Venue | TV Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 9 Jul | 21:00 | 🇫🇷 France vs Morocco 🇲🇦 | Gillette Stadium | BBC One / ITV1 |
| Fri 10 Jul | 20:00 | 🇪🇸 Spain vs Belgium 🇧🇪 | SoFi Stadium | BBC One / ITV1 |
| Sat 11 Jul | 22:00 | 🏴 Norway vs England 🏴 | Hard Rock Stadium | BBC One / ITV1 |
| Sun 12 Jul | 02:00 🌙 | 🇦🇷 Argentina vs Switzerland 🇨🇭 | Arrowhead Stadium | BBC One / ITV1 |
🌙 Argentina vs Switzerland kicks off at 02:00 UK time (late night Saturday/early Sunday morning).
All World Cup 2026 matches are free to watch in the UK on BBC and ITV.
Semi-Finals
The World Cup semi-finals take place July 14-15, with the final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium. We’ll update this page with confirmed fixtures and broadcast details as soon as they are announced.
How to Watch World Cup 2026 in the UK
BBC and ITV are sharing the UK broadcast rights for the World Cup 2026. All games are free-to-air — no subscription required.
BBC Coverage: BBC One is the flagship channel for major matches, with BBC iPlayer offering free live streaming and on-demand replays. The BBC Sport website and app also provide live streaming.
ITV Coverage: ITV1 carries primetime matches including England games, with ITVX providing free streaming of all ITV matches. The ITV Hub app is available for mobile and tablet streaming.
Page last updated: Thursday, 9 July 2026