The excitement is growing by the day for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which will kick off historically on June 11, 2026. The biggest tournament ever, with 48 teams and a record-breaking 104 matches, everyone from the UAE and Saudi Arabia is looking for the best ways to follow every match live.
It kicked off an even more thrilling moment when beIN SPORTS officially announced its Middle East and North Africa (MENA) broadcast calendar for the tournament. BeIN Sports, as the official rights owner throughout the region, will be broadcasting all competitions and matches fully, fans of the sport will never miss a goal, dramatic upset or a key moment in a championship game.
beIN SPORTS to Broadcast All 104 World Cup Matches
For the first time ever in World Cup history, fans will be able to see all 104 games on a dedicated multi channel broadcasting network.
All games are going to be streamed live with a more than impressive FHD (4K HDR). These two initiatives will use six dedicated channels during the congested group stage period to handle the multiple fixtures at once live on the network, from beIN SPORTS MAX 1-6 channels.
This way, fans will have the opportunity to enjoy their favorite games without conflicts, especially on days when several games are concurrent.
What Channels Will Show the Matches?
The broadcaster has established a specialized channel structure for various regions’ audiences.
beIN SPORTS MAX 1-MAX 4 will offer in-depth match breakdowns and expert insights from Arabic-language analysis and commentary specific to the needs of the audience from the region.
With international viewers and expatriates in mind, the beIN SPORTS offering is maximised with English and French-language coverage on beIN SPORTS MAX 6 and MAX 5 respectively.
Furthermore, beIN SPORTS NEWS will provide free-to-air coverage of all tournaments with breaking news, highlights and tournament analysis.
Best Streaming Options for UAE and Saudi Arabia
Some of the games will be played at late night and early morning times as the host countries in North America remain closed, it is imperative for football fans to have access to these games digitally.
TOD by beIN
TOD is one of the most popular sports streaming platforms in the GCC. Players can enjoy live World Cup match coverage on their smartphones, tablets, smart TVs and laptops at the platform.
Viewers can watch highlights, enjoy dances of their favorite games and enjoy exclusive games of the tournament on the go and anywhere there is an internet connection!
beIN CONNECT
For those who want to watch a game on a screen at home and add yet another device to the mix, beIN CONNECT is another option.
The service enables users to receive live broadcasts, select channels at a moment’s notice and receive HD service, regardless of location. This can be very handy for those fans that wish to travel or watch games away from home.
Why Is the World Cup Streaming Demand Surging in Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia as the host for the FIFA World Cup 2026 has given a boost of interest in the Kingdom.
After the Green Falcons came out, it has inspired a lot of people to renew their subscriptions, keen to watch every game in the country’s bid to win their inaugural World Cup.
Further, several fixtures will commence before and after work hours (Makkah time) and for all fans who need to watch at their convenience at any time of the day and night, mobile streaming becomes all the more vital.
Tips for Watching Every Match Live
Fan subscriptions have to be activated ahead of time and fans will be able to watch live the World Cup.
Make sure your internet connection is able to handle HD or 4k streaming, particularly for higher traffic matches. Download streaming applications, for example TOD and beIN CONNECT beforehand and confirm log-in before kick-off day.
Having multiple supporters, installing the same type of smart TV and streaming devices on home entertainment can help prevent lost games.
The Biggest World Cup Ever
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the biggest ever to be held, with 48 teams taking part in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
In a sport that goes strong for over a month with 104 matches afoot, it is imperative that the game is covered comprehensively. Through the infrastructure dedicated by the beIN SPORTS team, they will be able to watch each moment from multiple sources both within the UAE and in Saudi Arabia.
From the point of choosing the right World Cup viewing station to the journey of cheering for Saudi Arabia, supporting your favorite international team or just having fun and watching the biggest sports competition on the planet, the road to the World Cup is definitely a long one.
FAQs
In the UAE & Saudi Arabia, who will be the official FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcaster?
The UAE and Saudi Arabia will be home to beIN SPORTS who are ONLY the official broadcaster for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the Middle East and North Africa.
What will the number be for World Cup 2026 for the number of matches that are being played?
All of the 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will stream live on beIN SPORTS platforms and channels.
May I watch World CUP games on my cell phone?
Yes. Every match played can be broadcasted in real time via the TOD by beIN app or on the beIN CONNECT platform on Smartphones, Tablets, Connected devices.
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