Fox and Telemundo ramp up World Cup coverage for U.S. audiences

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:38 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Fox and Telemundo ramp up World Cup coverage for U.S. audiences
Summary

Fox and Telemundo are preparing for extensive coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is set to feature 48 nations and 104 matches across 16 cities in North America. This tournament marks the first World Cup on the continent since 1994. Fox aims to enhance production quality with advanced technology, including high-dynamic range visuals and a revamped production hub in Los Angeles. Telemundo plans to use matches as lead-ins for its programming on Peacock to increase viewer engagement. Both networks anticipate a boost in audience interest, building on the growing popularity of soccer in the U.S.

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  • The tournament starts on Thursday with 104 matches planned.
  • Fox will air two-thirds of the matches on its broadcast network.
  • Telemundo's new programming will launch during the tournament's knockout stage.
  • Fox seeks to deliver the first World Cup in high-dynamic range.
  • Both networks aim to attract viewers through engaging match coverage.
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  • 8:38 PMYahoo SportsFox And Telemundo Look To Level Up World Cup For Increasingly Soccer-Savvy U.S. Viewers
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The decision by FIFA to nearly double the size of the World Cup has not drawn universal praise, but it is an undeniable boost to U.S. media rights holders Fox and Telemundo. The most recent men’s edition of the Cup, held in Qatar in 2022, featured 32 nations and 64 matches. This one, played in …

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