How to Watch World Cup 2026 in United Kingdom
All match times shown in BST (UTC+1)
The UK gets excellent World Cup coverage — fully free on BBC and ITV. With matches kicking off in the afternoon and evening BST, most games fit neatly into the UK viewing schedule. England are in Group L.
TV Channels & Streaming in United Kingdom
BBC and ITV share rights, offering full free-to-air coverage across all platforms.
World Cup 2026 Match Times in BST (UTC+1)
See the complete FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule with all kickoff times pre-converted to BST (UTC+1). No timezone calculator needed.
View full schedule in BST (UTC+1) →Frequently Asked Questions
How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in United Kingdom?
In United Kingdom, the FIFA World Cup 2026 is broadcast on BBC One / BBC Two, BBC iPlayer, ITV1, ITVX. BBC and ITV share rights, offering full free-to-air coverage across all platforms.
What time are World Cup 2026 matches in United Kingdom?
Matches are shown in BST (UTC+1). See our full schedule in BST (UTC+1) for exact kickoff times.
Can I watch the World Cup 2026 free in United Kingdom?
Yes — BBC One / BBC Two and BBC iPlayer and ITV1 and ITVX offer free coverage in United Kingdom.