You can watch FIFA World Cup 2026 on Roku by downloading streaming apps directly from the Roku Channel Store. Whether you are using a Roku Smart TV or a Roku Streaming Stick, fans across the United States can access official World Cup broadcasters and streaming services directly through the Roku Channel Store.
FOX holds rights to 70 matches and FS1 holds rights to 34 matches for English language coverage in the US. Every app that carries FOX and FS1 is available on Roku, which means you can watch all 104 matches without a cable box or satellite dish.
This guide covers every app available on Roku for the 2026 World Cup, how to set each one up, which ones are free, which ones offer free trials, and how PureVPN unlocks international broadcasters with free coverage from your Roku device.
How to Set Up Your Roku Device for the World Cup
Setting up your Roku device for the 2026 World Cup takes less than five minutes.
As long as your Roku device is updated to the latest software version and connected to the internet, you can download official streaming apps directly from the Roku Channel Store.
Start by pressing the Home button on your Roku remote and navigating to the Streaming Store or Search option.
From there, type the name of the app you want to install, such as Fubo, FOX Sports, Peacock, YouTube TV, or Hulu + Live TV. Select the app from the search results, click Add Channel, and wait for the installation to complete.
Once downloaded, the app appears on your Roku home screen. Sign in with your account credentials or start a free trial directly on the device. No laptop or phone required.
Which Apps Can You Use to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Roku?
Roku users can stream every match live through apps such as Fubo, YouTube TV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, and the FOX Sports app, while Peacock provides Spanish language coverage through Telemundo.
Here is the full breakdown ranked from most complete to most affordable:
| App | Matches | Price | Free Trial | Roku Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOX One | All 104 in 4K | $19.99/month | 7 days | Yes |
| Fubo | All 104 | From $45.99/month | 5 days | Yes |
| YouTube TV | All 104 | $64.99/month | 21 days | Yes |
| Hulu + Live TV | All 104 | $89.99/month | Yes (new users) | Yes |
| Sling Blue | 70 matches (FOX only) | $45.99/month | Yes | Yes |
| DirecTV | All 104 | From $59.99/month | 5 days | Yes |
| Peacock | All 104 (Spanish) | $10.99/month | No | Yes |
| Tubi | 2 matches + highlights | Free | No trial needed | Yes |
Best Roku Apps to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 — Full Breakdown
1. FOX One (Best Single App for All 104 Matches)
The easiest way to stream the FIFA World Cup 2026 is to subscribe to FOX One for $19.99 per month or $199.99 per year. It broadcasts all 104 games live and offers DVR tools if you have to catch up on a match after work.
FOX One is available in the Roku Channel Store. Search “FOX One,” install the app, and start a 7 day free trial directly from your Roku device. The service includes multiview functionality that lets you watch up to four live games at once and DVR capabilities for catching matches on your own schedule.
The 2026 World Cup is FOX’s first World Cup broadcast in 4K HDR. Every match is produced in 4K and available on FOX One. For Roku users, a Roku Ultra or a 4K compatible Roku Streaming Stick is required to take full advantage of the 4K stream.
2. Fubo (Best for Soccer Fans Who Want Everything)
Fubo’s Unlimited Cloud DVR, Multiview, and apps across phones, tablets, smart TVs, Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, and game consoles make it easy to follow the World Cup on any screen. A free trial lets new users test the service before kickoff.
The Fubo Sports package includes access to local FOX stations and affiliates, two FOX Sports cable channels, and local Telemundo stations and affiliates, meaning every FIFA World Cup game in English and Spanish is available through Fubo. Plans start from $45.99 per month with a 5 day free trial.
Search “Fubo” in the Roku Channel Store, install the app, and start the free trial on device. No desktop required.
3. YouTube TV (Best Free Trial Length)
YouTube TV has offered free trials of up to 21 days, which covers more than half of the group stage. The Sports plan costs $64.99 per month and includes FOX, FS1, and every channel needed for full English language World Cup coverage.
YouTube TV recently split its lineup into genre based tiers. The new Sports plan is the one that matters for the World Cup. It runs $64.99 per month and includes FOX, FS1, FS2, ESPN, NBC, and CBS sports networks.
Spanish language fans who also want Telemundo will need to add Peacock separately or step up to YouTube TV’s full Base plan at $82.99 per month.
4. Hulu + Live TV (Best Bundle)
Hulu + Live TV bundles FOX, FS1, FS2, and Telemundo with the full Hulu on demand library, Disney+, and ESPN+. The price is $89.99 per month. It is the most expensive option on this list but the best value for households already subscribed to Disney+ or ESPN+.
Hulu + Live TV is available in the Roku Channel Store. Search “Hulu,” install the app, and sign up or sign in directly from your Roku home screen.
5. Sling TV (Most Affordable Paid Option)
A subscription to Sling Select costs from $19.99 per month and carries both channels, but note that FOX is only available in selected cities.
Sling Blue is the cheapest option, but it does not include FS1, so you would miss the 34 FS1 matches. If your local FOX affiliate is available on Sling in your city, Sling Blue at $45.99 per month is the most affordable full coverage option. Sling TV is available across Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, smart TVs, game consoles, phones, tablets and computers.
6. DirecTV (Best for Multi Room Viewing)
DirecTV’s Entertainment tier, currently $59.99 for the first month then $89.99 thereafter, gives you access to nearly every channel needed to watch the World Cup: FOX, FS1, and Telemundo. DirecTV also offers a 5 day free trial and is available on Roku directly from the Channel Store.
7. Peacock (Best for Spanish Commentary)
Peacock provides Spanish language coverage through Telemundo. Peacock Premium costs $10.99 per month and streams all 104 World Cup matches in Spanish through the Telemundo and Universo feeds. Search “Peacock” in the Roku Channel Store to install and subscribe directly on device.
8. Tubi (Completely Free, No Account Needed for Most Content)
Tubi, the ad supported streaming service owned by FOX, is simulcasting the opening ceremony and two of the highest profile group stage matches in 4K for free. That includes Mexico vs South Africa on June 11 and USMNT vs Paraguay on June 12. No subscription, no login, no credit card. Just open Tubi on your Roku and tap in.
Beyond those two live games, Tubi’s dedicated FOX World Cup hub carries free pre game shows, highlights, and a tournament docuseries all summer long. Tubi is already pre installed on most Roku devices. If it is not on your home screen, search the Channel Store and install it in seconds.
Can You Watch the World Cup on Roku for Free?
Yes. Between a $20 digital antenna, Tubi’s free 4K simulcasts, and the free trials on FOX One, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV, it is realistic to watch the entire 2026 World Cup without paying a cent.
The smartest free trial strategy for Roku users is to stack trials across the tournament:
- Start a FOX One 7 day free trial for the group stage opener
- Switch to a Fubo 5 day free trial for the Round of 32
- Switch to a YouTube TV 21 day free trial to cover the quarterfinals, semifinals, and Final
- Use Tubi on your Roku for free for the opening matches and highlights throughout
Each app installs from the Roku Channel Store in under two minutes. Cancel before the trial ends and you pay nothing.
How to Watch the World Cup on Roku from Outside the US
Roku users outside the United States face geo restrictions on most US streaming apps. FOX One, Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu, Sling, and Peacock all check your IP address and block access from non US locations.
PureVPN solves this by connecting your network to a US server before your Roku device goes online, assigning it a US IP address so every app recognises your connection as coming from inside the United States.
Because Roku does not support VPN apps natively on the device itself, the cleanest method is to set up PureVPN on your home router. Once PureVPN runs at the router level, every device connected to that network, including your Roku, streams through the VPN tunnel automatically. No manual configuration on the Roku remote required.
Follow these steps:
- Subscribe to PureVPN
- Install PureVPN on your router using the router setup guide at purevpn.com
- Connect your Roku device to the VPN protected home network
- Open any World Cup app from the Roku Channel Store and stream live
Alternatively, you can set up PureVPN as a virtual router on a Windows or Mac computer, share that connection to your Roku over Wi-Fi, and achieve the same result without touching your physical router.
How to Watch the World Cup on Roku from Outside the US Using International Free Broadcasters
Roku’s international Channel Store includes apps from broadcasters in multiple countries that carry the World Cup for free. Setting up PureVPN on your router first unlocks the following free options depending on which server you connect to:
| Broadcaster | Country | Cost | Roku App |
|---|---|---|---|
| ITVX | UK | Free | Yes, available in Roku UK store |
| BBC iPlayer | UK | Free (UK TV licence required) | Yes, available in Roku UK store |
| SBS On Demand | Australia | Free | Yes, available in Roku AU store |
| RTP Play | Portugal | Free | Accessible via browser on Roku |
| Tubi | US | Free | Pre installed on most Roku devices |
Connect PureVPN to a UK server to unlock ITVX and BBC iPlayer, which together carry all 104 matches free with English commentary. Connect to an Australian server for SBS On Demand, which carries every match free for Australian viewers.
Frequently Asked Questions
FOX One is the best single app for complete coverage at $19.99 per month with a 7 day free trial. Fubo is the best all in one sports bundle. Tubi is the best free option with two live matches and full tournament highlights at no cost.
Yes. FOX One, Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and DirecTV all carry all 104 matches and are available as Roku apps. Sling Blue carries 70 FOX matches and misses the 34 FS1 matches.
Tubi carries two live matches and highlights completely free on Roku. FOX One, Fubo, YouTube TV, and Hulu all offer free trials that together can cover most or all of the tournament at no cost if you stack them strategically.
Yes. Install PureVPN on your router, connect your Roku to the VPN protected network, and switch the country store on your Roku device to access international apps. A UK server unlocks ITVX and BBC iPlayer, which carry all 104 matches free. An Australian server unlocks SBS On Demand.
The 2026 World Cup is FOX’s first World Cup broadcast in 4K HDR. Every match is produced in 4K and available on FOX One. A 4K compatible Roku device such as the Roku Ultra or Roku Streaming Stick 4K is required to receive the 4K stream.
Tubi is completely free. For full tournament coverage, FOX One at $19.99 per month is the cheapest paid option, and the 7 day free trial covers the entire opening week of the group stage at no cost.
Arsalan Rashid
June 11, 2026
17 hours ago
