The 2026 World Cup, the biggest in history with 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada and Mexico, is finally here — and UK viewers can watch 54 live matches on the BBC, including the final on 19 July, with every game covered on the BBC Sport website and app.
Friday’s slate of four group-stage fixtures kicks off with a critical Group D encounter between the United States and Australia at Seattle Stadium, scheduled for an 8pm UK kick-off (3pm ET). The match will be broadcast live on BBC One and streamed via BBC iPlayer. A win would likely secure a place in the round of 32 with a game to spare and put the victor in control of the group.
“BBC and ITV will show 54 live World Cup 2026 matches, starting with USA vs Australia on BBC One at 8pm.”
Later, Scotland face Morocco in Group C at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, with a 11pm UK start (6pm ET). Even a point could be enough for the Tartan Army to advance to the knockout stages. ITV will show the match live, with streaming available on ITVX.
Overnight, Brazil take on Haiti in another Group C match at Philadelphia Stadium, kicking off at 1:30am on Saturday (8:30pm ET Friday). Both teams are seeking their first win of the tournament. UK fans can follow the action via ITV’s coverage.
All 92 games are available on BBC Sounds, and the BBC Sport website and app will provide comprehensive coverage of every fixture, ensuring no moment of the expanded tournament is missed.