World Cup 2026 Opens Across Three Nations With Star-Studded Ceremonies

FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off across Mexico, Canada and the United States with three opening ceremonies, synchronized countdown concerts, and a 104-match schedule for 48 teams. US coverage is on Fox (with streaming via Fox apps, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo); Spanish coverage on Telemundo; Tubi will stream two games for free, and international options vary. The final at MetLife Stadium will feature a high-profile halftime show curated by Chris Martin, with Shakira, Madonna, BTS and the Muppets, produced to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.