Brazil to stream 2026 World Cup free on YouTube

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Football fans in Brazil will be able to watch all 104 matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup free of charge on YouTube, after digital broadcaster CazéTV secured the rights to stream the tournament across the country.

The platform, operated in partnership with Brazilian sports media company LiveMode, announced that it will provide free live coverage of every match of the expanded World Cup, which kicks off on June 11 in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The broadcasts are expected to be available in 4K resolution and accompanied by additional digital content and interactive programming.

Founded by Brazilian streamer Casimiro Miguel, CazéTV gained prominence during the 2022 World Cup and has since streamed major events including the FIFA Women's World Cup and the Olympic Games. Reports indicate that football star Cristiano Ronaldo is among the investors linked to LiveMode.

However, the free broadcasts will be restricted to viewers in Brazil due to geographical licensing agreements. Fans in Bangladesh, India and other countries will not be able to access the live streams and will have to rely on local broadcasters holding official rights.

Meanwhile, broadcasting arrangements for the 2026 World Cup in Bangladesh and India have yet to be formally announced, leaving many football fans in the region awaiting confirmation of where they will be able to watch the tournament legally.

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