Where to Watch World Cup 2026 — Mexico

TV Channels in Mexico

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Every 2026 FIFA World Cup match airs free in Mexico on Canal 5 / Las Estrellas and TV Azteca, with TUDN on Sky and Izzi cable carrying the full slate and ViX+ streaming every fixture. As co-host alongside the USA and Canada, Mexico stages 13 matches across Estadio Azteca, Estadio BBVA in Monterrey and Estadio Akron in Guadalajara.

The TelevisaUnivision / TV Azteca split makes 2026 the most accessible World Cup in Mexican history — 32 marquee matches air free-to-air on each network, including every El Tri group game, the final on July 19 and the bulk of the knockout phase. ViX+ adds the 72 fixtures that fall outside the free-TV window, so cord-cutters can stream the full tournament without a cable login. TUDN remains the destination for studio analysis and the pan-Latin American Spanish-language feed sold across Sky México, Izzi and Totalplay.

El Tri opens the tournament on Thursday June 11 at Estadio Azteca, the first stadium ever to host three World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026). Group A action plays out across all three host nations, with kick-off times localized to CST and CDT for Mexico-based fans. Mexico’s second and third group fixtures land at Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) on June 18 and Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) on June 24, both on free TV across Canal 5, TV Azteca and TUDN.

What channels show the World Cup in Mexico?

FREE CHANNELS

📺 Canal 5 / Las Estrellas FREE

Free broadcast — 32 matches free-to-air via TelevisaUnivision. Includes all Mexico matches, final, and select knockout games.

📺 TV Azteca FREE

Free broadcast — 32 matches free on Azteca Uno / Azteca 7. Same 32 key matches as Canal 5. All Mexico games + final included.

SUBSCRIPTION / CABLE

📺 TUDN CABLE

Cable — Full tournament coverage via cable (TelevisaUnivision). Studio analysis and pre/post-match shows.

📺 ViX+ 💳 SUB

Streaming — All 104 matches via ViX+ premium streaming. 72 matches exclusive to ViX+ (not on free TV). Subscription required.

📺 Is the World Cup free to watch in Mexico?

Canal 5 / Las Estrellas — 32 matches free-to-air via TelevisaUnivision. Includes all Mexico matches, final, and select knockout games.
TV Azteca — 32 matches free on Azteca Uno / Azteca 7. Same 32 key matches as Canal 5. All Mexico games + final included.

TUDN, ViX+ — requires a cable or streaming subscription.

FAQ

In Mexico, the World Cup 2026 is broadcast by Canal 5 / Las Estrellas, TV Azteca, TUDN, ViX+. Check each match listing for specific channel assignments.

Yes, Canal 5 / Las Estrellas provides free coverage.

All match times on this site are automatically converted to your local timezone. Matches typically kick off between morning and late evening depending on your location.

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