FIFA 2026 in Europe: How to watch online, on TV and offline

Snacks ready, friends around, everything is set for cheering – but where exactly? To follow the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Europe, you can use free-to-air television, download live streaming apps, or visit a local bar. We’ve covered all the main options in this article. Read on and get ready for the World Cup 2026.

Watching on TV: Official broadcasters

Major World Cup 2026 matches are available on free-to-air television across Europe at no cost. Each country has its own official broadcaster, for example, ARD/ZDF in Germany and RAI in Italy. Here are the main TV channels by country:

• The Netherlands: Public station NOS is the main place to watch for free.

• Italy: The official broadcasters for free games are ORF and ServusTV.

• France: You can find free broadcast coverage on M6.

• Spain: RTVE provides free matches, while Mediapro handles the full package.

• The EBU deal: If you live in one of the EBU member countries (like Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary and so on), you are covered by European Broadcasting Union rights. Find local public channels (HRT, BNT, etc.) and enjoy the high-quality broadcast coverage.

You can check other official broadcasters on the FIFA website (use the filter by country) or FWC Times. Some channels support apps that let you stream TV from other devices.

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Watching online: Streaming services

DAZN, FIFA+, and MagentaTV are the main streaming services for FIFA 2026 in Europe. DAZN shows all 104 matches in Italy and Spain; MagentaTV covers all 104 in Germany. You can watch matches on your phone – so you don’t miss a goal while grabbing snacks in the kitchen. It’s also the best way to follow the match schedule if you aren't at home. Save the links to these platforms:

• DAZN: Available in Italy, Spain, San Marino, Vatican City, and Andorra. This is the ultimate streaming service for the 2026 tournament. In Italy, DAZN will show all 104 matches live. In Spain, they also have a major deal to show every game.
• FIFA+ (official streaming platform): If you care about the World Cup, you need FIFA+ on your phone. You might not find every live match in the app, but it is where you go for the official highlights and stats. Don’t be afraid to miss out on something important, all updates are published on FIFA+.
• MagentaTV (Germany): A platform for anyone in Germany who refuses to miss a single second of the match schedule. Magenta is the only platform that offers all 104 matches.
• YouTube: FIFA partners can stream the first 10 minutes of every match for free on YouTube. Quite a short time, but you can at least get the ‘vibe’ of a game.  

Most streaming services are not free. Subscriptions can cost anything between 5 and 100+ EUR, depending on the plan.

Public venues: Fan zones and sports bars

Most World Cup 2026 matches will be screened at sports bars and fan zones across Europe, even though kick-off times mostly fall between midnight and 4:00 AM local time. Seats fill quickly, so book a table in advance.

• Berlin, Germany: You can find a public screening at the BRLO Brwhouse  (Gleisdreieck) or Naumanns Beer Garden. For something unique, try the ‘Soccer Concerts’ at local churches where an organist plays live music along with the match!

• Paris, France: Head to the banks of the Seine, where a massive fan zone will be set up. Most local ‘Brasseries’ will also have large screens on their terraces.

• Belushi’s sports bars: If you are in Amsterdam, Vienna, Barcelona, Berlin, or Paris, search for a Belushi’s bar. They stay open late and show matches that start at 1:00 AM. The staff usually speaks English, so you'll order a drink easily.

You may use the GOJO platform to find a local public screening near you. However, GOJO shows only the partner bars, so a quick Google search is often more reliable.

World Cup 2026 fan tips

Book your sports bar table weeks in advance and download a time zone conversion app before the tournament starts – these are the two steps that make the biggest difference. Here are more tips for a better experience:

• Know the geo-restriction. If you live in Germany but travel to Spain on a summer vacation, your ARD/ZDF app might not work because of a geo-restriction. Same with French apps in Finland, Dutch apps in Japan, and so on. Many fans use a VPN to access platforms with their local commentators. However, using a VPN to watch FIFA streaming isn’t fully legal, so we advise you to turn on the local TV channel or find the nearest bar. Language barrier won’t be a problem when it comes to witnessing a good game.
• Watch your data. Live streaming uses about 3GB of data per hour. Be aware of that. If you are watching on your phone in a cafe, try to connect to the venue's Wi-Fi, unless you have unlimited data.
• Check the EBU status. When travelling across Europe, remember that each country-specific broadcaster has its own schedule. Some may broadcast only matches with the local team and the semi-final/final. Check the local TV guide as soon as you arrive.