Can I watch FIFA on ESPN+?

Can I Watch FIFA on ESPN+?

Before we dive into the intricacies of watching FIFA matches on ESPN+, let’s get straight to the answer: no, FIFA matches are not available to stream on ESPN+ solely. In this article, we’ll explore what channels and streaming services to use to watch FIFA tournaments and matches.

Background: FIFA and ESPN Networks

FIFA, governed by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, is the international governing body of association football (soccer). ESPN Inc., a US-based broadcasting company, holds the official broadcasting rights for several UEFA and CONMEBOL tournaments, including the Euro and Copa America.

In the United States, CBS Sports and FOX Sports were awarded the rights to televise the 2026 FIFA World Cup. If you’re interested in accessing these broadcasts, you won’t find them on ESPN+.

ESPN+ Key Features

ESPN+ (Plus) is a multi-sport streaming service run by ESPN Inc. Created in 2018, it offers a variety of exclusive sports content, primarily focusing on MLB, NCAA, and UFC events, as well as additional premium content.

Here are key features of ESPN+ you should know:

• Over 1,500 NFL games, including preseason content
• Live UFC content, including Pay-Per-View events
• MLB games, with live coverage of most games outside of nationally televised games

FIFA Coverage Outside of ESPN+

Though ESPN+ does not show FIFA matches, there are alternative streaming services and broadcasters that provide access to official FIFA content. For some tournaments, you may access live streams and replays on:

• FOX (FOX Sports)
• CBSSports (CBS)

Where to Watch FIFA Matches

For FIFA-tournament enthusiasts, there’s good news! Here’s a list of available FIFA broadcasting rights: