Mike Smith
Here’s how you can watch every England World Cup 2026 match live while traveling or living outside the UK.
How to watch World Cup 2026 outside the UK on ITVX and BBC iPlayer using a VPN
To watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 outside the UK, connect to a UK server using a VPN and open ITVX or BBC iPlayer. Once connected, sign in to your account and stream live World Cup matches.
- Subscribe to NordVPN
- Install the VPN app on your device.
- Connect to a UK-based server.
- Open the ITVX or BBC iPlayer website, then login or sign up for a free account.
- You are all set to watch all England World Cup 2026 matches from abroad.
Note: We recommend using the OpenVPN (TCP) protocol for the ITVX live stream. You can find this option in the NordVPN app settings.
Where to Watch World Cup 2026 in the UK
You can watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 live in the UK on BBC and ITV, with matches shared between the two broadcasters throughout the tournament. Fans can also stream games online for free through BBC iPlayer and ITVX.
England World Cup 2026 Group Stage Schedule
| Match | Date | UK Kick-off Time | Broadcaster |
|---|---|---|---|
| England vs Croatia | June 17, 2026 | 9:00 PM BST | ITV1, ITVX |
| England vs Ghana | June 23, 2026 | 9:00 PM BST | BBC One, BBC iPlayer |
| Panama vs England | June 27, 2026 | 10:00 PM BST | ITV1, ITVX |
England’s Potential Knockout Stage Schedule
If England Finish First in Group L:
| Round | Date |
|---|---|
| Round of 32 | July 1, 2026 |
| Round of 16 | July 6, 2026 |
| Quarter-final | July 11, 2026 |
| Semi-final | July 15, 2026 |
| Final | July 19, 2026 |
If England Finish Second in Group L:
| Round | Date |
|---|---|
| Round of 32 | July 3, 2026 |
| Round of 16 | July 6, 2026 |
| Quarter-final | July 10, 2026 |
| Semi-final | July 14, 2026 |
| Final | July 19, 2026 |
If England Finish Third in Group L and Qualify for the Knockout Stage:
| Round | Date |
|---|---|
| Round of 32 | July 4, 2026 |
| Round of 16 | July 7, 2026 |
| Quarter-final | July 12, 2026 |
| Semi-final | July 15, 2026 |
| Final | July 19, 2026 |
On What Devices Can You Watch ITVX?
| Device | Supported |
|---|---|
| Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Android TV) | Yes |
| Amazon Fire TV | Yes |
| Roku Devices | Yes |
| Apple TV | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes |
| Android Phones | Yes |
| Android Tablets | Yes |
| iPhone | Yes |
| iPad | Yes |
| Windows PCs | Yes |
| Mac Computers | Yes |
| Web Browsers | Yes |
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