The FIFA World Cup is here and you can listen to all the action in the 2026 edition in the US and UK.
Each game is available to listen to for free in the UK on BBC Radio 5 Live and Talk sportsand further Sirius XM in the United States.
But how can you access FIFA World Cup live commentary and is it available in Canada, Australia and also globally? Read on as our quick guide explains how to listen to FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage from anywhere in the world with Norton VPN.
How to listen to FIFA World Cup 2026
BBC Radio 5 Live
To access BBC Radio 5 Live’s you have several options including BBC Sounds, the BBC Sport website and the BBC Sport app (iOS/Android) are also available.
To listen you need a BBC account – sign up here.
TalkSport
To listen via TalkSport, you can access via their Talksport website or via the Talksport app (iOS/Android). Once again, an account is required to listen.
SiriusXM FC
SiriusXM FC is the dedicated soccer radio service in the US and you can listen via their website. Coverage will also be available through their app (iOS/Android)
Can I access WC coverage from abroad or on holiday?
Yes. If you’re abroad, you can still access WC coverage thanks to a VPN. We recommend Norton VPN, which comes with a 60-day money-back guarantee right now…
How to unblock VM radio with a VPN
If you’re outside the UK or US at the moment and blocked from using BBC Sounds, TalkSport or SiriusXM, you can still access the broadcast thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network).
The software allows your devices to look like they are back in your home country, no matter where you are in the world. So ideal for listeners away at work or on holiday who want a taste of home.
Norton VPN is our favorite this WC:
What should you listen to the World Cup on?
Our top choice of the options would be BBC Radio 5 Live. They will bring live coverage of 92 of the 104 games.
Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Steve Crossman will be the broadcasters across all the action, with a host of pundits and former players joining them for commentary. Among them are John Murray, Ian Dennis, Alistair Bruce Ball, Vicki Sparks and Jonathan Pearce, along with analysis from former players such as Chris Sutton, Dion Dublin, Paul Robinson, Pat Nevin, Sue Smith and Clinton Morrison.
Podcasts will also be available throughout the tournament so you don’t miss a second of the action.
BBC Sound Troubleshooting Tips
If you still can’t access BBC Sounds, even using a VPN, there are a few more things you can try.
Make sure your BBC account is associated with a valid UK postcode, such as SE1 7PB.
The BBC Sounds app (iOS / Android) doesn’t appear on the Play Store or App Store outside of the UK, but you may be able to get around that by changing your phone’s region in the settings menu.
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