🇦🇪
Where to watch
FIFA World Cup 2026 in United Arab Emirates
Opening match kicks off Thursday, June 11 at 23:00 GMT+4 local time. The first tournament across 48 nations and 16 host cities in the US, Canada, and Mexico runs through July 19, 2026. Here is every legal way to follow it from United Arab Emirates.
📺 Broadcasters in United Arab Emirates
TVAD Sports
Free TV = no subscription · Streaming = web/app subscription · TV = pay-TV bundle
🕐 Local kickoff times
Opening matchThursday, June 11 at 23:00 GMT+4
FinalMonday, July 20 at 00:00 GMT+4
All 104 match times are converted to your local timezone automatically when you visit Today's matches or the WC26 hub.
⚽ What else is on in United Arab Emirates
While you're waiting for the next World Cup match, these competitions are broadcast on the same networks.
Saudi Pro League
TVSSC
Make your bracket while you wait
Pick your 48 → 1 path, share a poster, climb the global leaderboard. It takes 90 seconds.
Start your bracket →