How to watch World Cup in France
In France, beIN Sports holds the full TV and streaming rights to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, showing all 104 matches, with 50 matches exclusive to beIN Sports. Coverage is shared for 54 selected matches, which are available free-to-air on M6 and streamed free on M6+. The full FIFA World Cup live stream in France is available through beIN Sports CONNECT, while RMC provides free live French-language radio coverage of every match.
How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in France
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beIN Sports holds the full TV and streaming rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in France, broadcasting all 104 matches on its pay-TV channels and via beIN Sports CONNECT, with selected matches also available free-to-air on M6. Viewers in France can watch the tournament live through beIN Sports’ linear channels and stream every game online via supported devices.
Where to Watch
Football fans in France can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup live on beIN Sports, which owns the rights to all 104 matches of the expanded tournament hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Coverage is available across beIN Sports’ linear TV channels, accessible through major French TV providers, including:
- Canal+
- Orange
- Free
- SFR
These providers offer access via set-top boxes, allowing viewers to follow the full FIFA World Cup TV schedule on television.
Free-to-Air Coverage
While beIN Sports broadcasts every match, 54 of the 104 fixtures are also available on the free-to-air network M6. This includes a selection of key matches, increasing accessibility for viewers who prefer not to subscribe to pay-TV services.
The remaining 50 matches are exclusive to beIN Sports and require a subscription.
Streaming Availability
All matches from the 2026 FIFA World Cup can be streamed live in France via beIN Sports CONNECT, the broadcaster’s official streaming platform.
- Live streaming of all 104 matches
- Access via the Canal+ app (with subscription)
- Compatible with casting to smart TVs
This provides a complete FIFA World Cup live stream option in France for viewers who prefer digital access.
Subscription & Access
To watch the full tournament, including matches exclusive to beIN Sports, a valid subscription is required. Access can be obtained either through bundled TV provider packages or via standalone digital subscriptions integrated with Canal+ services.
Subscribers can watch matches live on multiple devices, depending on their provider package and login credentials.
Device Support
beIN Sports CONNECT supports a wide range of devices, allowing users to watch the FIFA World Cup in France across different platforms:
- Smartphones and tablets (iOS and Android)
- Desktop and laptop computers (web browsers)
- Smart TVs and casting-enabled devices
- Game consoles (via compatible apps or casting)
Broadcast Coverage
beIN Sports’ coverage includes every match of the tournament, from the opening game on June 11 to the final on July 19. This includes all fixtures involving the French national team, as well as knockout-stage matches and the final.
The combination of full pay-TV coverage and partial free-to-air access ensures broad availability for audiences looking to watch the FIFA World Cup live or follow the complete tournament schedule in France.
beIN Sports France airs World Cup matches on beIN Sports 1, beIN Sports 2, beIN Sports 3 or beIN SPORTS CONNECT.
beIN Sports is the only network set to broadcast all 104 fixtures from the 2030 FIFA World Cup. However, only 50 of those games are exclusive, with coverage of the remaining 54 matches shared with the free-to-air broadcaster, M6.
Viewers can watch the World Cup on beIN Sports' linear television channels and streaming platform. However, French fans cannot subscribe to the pay-TV broadcaster directly. They therefore must obtain a subscription through a partnered third-party TV provider that distributes the network in France.
To stream live 2030 FIFA World Cup games in France, fans must subscribe to beIN SPORTS CONNECT via the Canal+ app. The application is available for download on PCs, tablets, smartphones, game consoles, and more.
On the other hand, French viewers can watch beIN Sports and its FIFA World Cup coverage on cable or satellite television through partnered third-party TV providers, including Canal+, Orange, Free, and SFR. Customers typically receive a TV box, though availability is subject to change.
beIN Sports France airs World Cup matches on beIN Sports 1, beIN Sports 2, beIN Sports 3 or beIN SPORTS CONNECT.
Groupe M6 provides free-to-air coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in France, broadcasting 54 matches on its M6 TV channel and streaming them live via the M6+ platform. Viewers can watch selected World Cup games without a subscription on television or online through supported devices.
Where to Watch
In France, Groupe M6 holds free-to-air rights to 54 matches from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which takes place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. These matches are broadcast on the group’s flagship channel, M6, making them доступible to a wide audience without requiring a paid subscription.
Free-to-Air Coverage
M6’s coverage includes a selection of key fixtures from the tournament, offering viewers an accessible way to follow the competition. While not all matches are available on free TV, the 54 games shown on M6 represent a significant portion of the tournament.
The remaining matches are held by pay-TV broadcaster beIN Sports, which owns the full rights to all 104 fixtures.
Streaming Availability
Fans can also watch the FIFA World Cup live stream in France via the M6+ streaming service, which provides free online access to all matches broadcast on M6.
- Live streaming of all 54 M6 matches
- Available via web browsers
- Mobile app support for iOS and Android devices
The platform allows users to watch matches live or follow the World Cup TV schedule without needing a subscription.
Subscription & Access
No subscription is required to watch matches on M6 or stream them through M6+. The service is funded through advertising, making it a free option for viewers looking to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in France.
Device Support
M6+ supports multiple devices, enabling flexible viewing options:
- Smartphones and tablets (iOS and Android)
- Desktop and laptop computers via web browsers
- Smart TVs and compatible casting devices (where supported)
Broadcast Coverage
Groupe M6’s agreement with FIFA allows the network to broadcast 54 matches from the tournament. The broadcaster also retains the ability to sublicense additional fixtures, potentially increasing the number of matches available on free-to-air television in France.
This combination of TV and streaming coverage ensures that fans have a free option to watch selected FIFA World Cup matches live in France, complementing the full tournament coverage available via subscription services.
RMC provides live French-language radio coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in France, offering commentary for all 104 matches via its radio frequencies and digital platforms, including the RMC website and mobile app. Fans can listen to every game live without a subscription across traditional radio and online streaming services.
Where to Listen
RMC holds the exclusive radio rights to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup in France, delivering live commentary for all 104 matches of the tournament taking place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Listeners can follow every match, from the opening game on June 11 through to the final on July 19, with full French-language coverage available nationwide.
Radio Frequencies
Fans can tune into RMC on FM radio in major French cities, including:
- Paris: 103.1 FM
- Monaco: 98.8 FM
- Marseille: 104.3 FM
- Lyon: 104.2 FM
Additional regional frequencies may be available depending on location.
Streaming Availability
RMC also offers a digital listening option, allowing fans to stream FIFA World Cup matches live online in France via:
- The official RMC website (web browsers)
- The RMC mobile app (iOS and Android)
This provides an accessible way to follow the FIFA World Cup live stream in France through audio coverage on multiple devices.
Broadcast Coverage
Each match features a two-person commentary team, with one commentator describing the live action on the pitch and another providing analysis, context, and reaction to key moments such as goals and tactical changes.
This format ensures comprehensive radio coverage for listeners who want detailed play-by-play and expert insights throughout the tournament.
Additional Programming
During previous tournaments, including the 2022 FIFA World Cup, RMC launched a dedicated digital radio stream focused entirely on World Cup coverage. This included live match commentary, along with podcasts, magazine shows, and analysis segments between fixtures.
While not officially confirmed, a similar digital offering may be introduced for the 2026 tournament to complement live broadcasts.
Access
RMC’s World Cup radio coverage is free-to-air, requiring no subscription for either FM listening or digital streaming. This allows fans in France to follow the full FIFA World Cup schedule through live audio commentary across a wide range of platforms.
RMC airs World Cup matches on RMC Sport en direct.
