The FIFA World Cup 2026 is coming: Here’s how to watch in Canada

Article content

Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page.

Article content

The FIFA World Cup is less than a month away, kicking off on June 11, 2026, and Canadians have a lot to be excited about. Canada will join the United States and Mexico in sharing hosting responsibilities, with Toronto and Vancouver selected as two of the 16 host cities. 

Article content

Article content

If you’re in Canada and want to catch some of the matches but can’t justify the high price tag on tickets, settling in and watching at home is still a great option. 

Nationwide, there are a handful of ways you can stream and watch the matches – here’s how. 

When are the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches?

Before we break down where to watch, you need to figure out which matches you need to put on your radar. Since there will be over 100 matches played, we’ve listed the ones Canada will be playing in or hosting. 

Friday, June 12, 2026

• Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina – Toronto, Ont. 

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

• Ghana vs. Panama – Toronto, Ont. 

Thursday, June 18, 2026

• Canada vs. Qatar – Vancouver, B.C. 

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Article content

Article content

• Germany vs. Côte d’Ivoire – Toronto, Ont. 

Sunday, June 21, 2026

• New Zealand vs. Egypt – Vancouver, B.C. 

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

• Panama vs. Croatia – Toronto, Ont. 

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

• Switzerland vs. Canada – Vancouver, B.C. 

Friday, June 26, 2026

• Senegal vs. Iraq – Toronto, Ont. 
• New Zealand vs. Belgium – Vancouver, B.C.

Thursday, July 2, 2026

• Group K runners-up vs. Group L runners-up – Toronto, Ont. 
• Group B winners vs. Group E/F/G/I/J third place – Vancouver. B.C. 

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

• Winner of Match 85 vs. Winner of Match 87 – Vancouver, B.C. 

How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Canada

Now that you have a better idea of when the matches are, it’s time to figure out how to watch them.

In Canada, these are your options:

• DAZN – All games of the FIFA Club World Cup 2026 will be available to stream with a DAZN subscription. While there are free and paid options, a paid DAZN membership (starting at $25 CAD) offers reduced ads, exclusive highlights and behind-the-scenes content, full game replays, downloads and more member bonuses.
• TSN – All matches will be played on TSN, either through its cable channel or via the app/website. Subscriptions start at $9 per month. 
• CTV: CTV will broadcast select matches on TV or through the CTV channel via a Crave subscription. Crave subscriptions start at $12 per month. 
• Cineplex: Select Cineplex theatres in Canada will be playing FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. Check your local theatre for showings. 

Article content

Happy FIFA World Cup 2026 viewing, Canada. Gear up for the big games with these essential items: