The FIFA World Cup is underway, and the tournament is broadcast around the world in several different languages. We've compiled everything you need to know about how to watch the World Cup in Spanish, including free streaming options.
If you're in the US, you can live stream all matches through Telemundo on Peacock. In Spain, select matches are available for free on RTVE. You can access your streaming options from anywhere with the help of a VPN. Keep reading to learn global viewing options and other details about the tournament.
How to watch the World Cup in Spanish in the US
While the English-language World Cup broadcast rights go to Fox Sports in the US, Telemundo holds the Spanish-language US broadcast rights. The easiest and cheapest way to live stream all 104 Spanish-language matches is via Peacock. Sports-friendly subscriptions start at $11 a month for Peacock Premium, but you can upgrade to Peacock Premium Plus for $17 a month if you're interested in accessing an NBC live stream and ad-free on-demand content.
In a special move, Peacock Select subscribers were able to watch matches from the first couple of days of the tournament, but you'll need one of the Premium subscriptions to watch the full World Cup.
Peacock is a convenient streaming source for hit NBC TV shows, Universal movies, and select sports like Sunday Night Football. The service also carries its own slate of original programming.
How to watch the World Cup in Spanish in Spain
In Spain, World Cup coverage is spread out a bit, but select matches will be shown on RTVE and live stream on RTVE Play. This is a free streaming option. The platform has prioritized matches featuring Spain's national team, but it has also shown several other notable games. For more comprehensive coverage, fans in Spain will need a paid DAZN subscription.
How to watch the World Cup in Spanish from anywhere
If you're away from the location where your streaming service works, you can still access your watch options (including the free ones) with the help of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are handy tech tools that allow people to temporarily alter their virtual locations. They're especially popular among those looking to keep up with their usual websites and apps while traveling abroad or hoping to upgrade their cybersecurity.
NordVPN is one of the best VPNs we've tested. It's fast, easy to use, and offers a massive selection of worldwide servers. Plus, it comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, so it's no sweat if you find that it's not helping you out.
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How can you watch the World Cup in English?
As we mentioned above, English-language coverage of the World Cup is available through FOX and Fox Sports 1 (FS1) in the US. If you're looking for English-language streaming options, you can check out our massive where to watch the World Cup viewing guide. We highlight streaming options from around the world, beyond just the US and Spain. You can find viewing options for the UK, Australia, and much more in our roundup.
How much are FIFA World Cup tickets?
It should be no surprise that tickets are pricey, given the rarity and popularity of the tournament. You can learn more about resale prices in our official guide on where to buy World Cup tickets.
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