How to watch the World Cup 2026 in Costa Rica
Fans in Costa Rica can watch the 2026 World Cup free: FOX and FOX+ carry matches free-to-air, among 4 official broadcasters in total. Coverage is in Spanish.
See the full channel list for Costa Rica4 official broadcasters · 2 free→Is the World Cup 2026 free to watch in Costa Rica?
Yes. FOX and FOX+ show 2026 World Cup matches free-to-air in Costa Rica, with no subscription required. These are official FIFA rights-holders, so it’s a legal and safe way to watch.
That puts Costa Rica among the many countries where you can follow the whole tournament without paying — it’s always worth checking the free options first.
Official World Cup 2026 broadcasters in Costa Rica
The official rights-holders in Costa Rica are FOX, FOX+, APP TDMAX and Televisora de Costa Rica S.A. - TELETICA Canal 7. Coverage is available in Spanish.
Of these, 2 are free-to-air and the rest need a subscription, so you can mix a free channel for the big games with a paid one for full coverage.
How to watch in Costa Rica
The listed channels are available through your usual TV provider — an aerial, cable or satellite box — and some offer companion apps for streaming on a phone or smart TV.
Whichever you pick, stick to the official broadcasters above. They’re higher quality, more reliable and safe — unlike pirate restreams, which break mid-match and carry malware.
Watch every match in your timezone
All 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup are shown by broadcasters in Costa Rica, with kick-offs spread across three time zones in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
To avoid missing a game, check every kick-off converted to your local time on the schedule, and follow live scores as the matches play out.
Watching in Costa Rica: FAQ
Can I watch the World Cup 2026 for free in Costa Rica?
Yes — FOX and FOX+ show matches free-to-air in Costa Rica, no subscription needed. They are official rights-holders.
Who has the World Cup 2026 broadcast rights in Costa Rica?
FOX, FOX+, APP TDMAX and Televisora de Costa Rica S.A. - TELETICA Canal 7 are the official rights-holders for the 2026 World Cup in Costa Rica, per FIFA’s official media-rights list.
What language is the World Cup broadcast in Costa Rica?
Coverage in Costa Rica is available in Spanish.