Telemundo Unveils Extensive 2026 World Cup Coverage

Network to air 92 games and provide 700 hours of programming in Spanish for the first 48-team World Cup.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 10:03pm

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Telemundo announced its plans for the 2026 World Cup, which will be the first edition of the tournament with 48 teams and will be spread across three countries. The network will broadcast 92 matches live on Telemundo and 12 more on Universo, with all 104 matches also available on Peacock. Telemundo is preparing to offer the "most comprehensive Spanish-language World Cup experience ever produced in the United States" with 700 hours of programming, live coverage from all stadiums, and more than 20 reporters across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada.

Why it matters

The 2026 World Cup will be a landmark event, not only as the first 48-team tournament but also as the first to be held across three host countries. Telemundo's extensive coverage plans demonstrate the network's commitment to providing the Hispanic audience in the U.S. with unparalleled access to the world's biggest sporting event.

The details

Telemundo will broadcast 92 World Cup matches live on its main network, with an additional 12 matches airing on Universo. All 104 matches will also be available to stream live on Peacock for Premium and Premium Plus subscribers, as well as through the Telemundo app. The network's production teams will have a presence at all 104 matches, with live coverage originating from the stadiums. Telemundo Center in Miami will serve as the main operations hub, complemented by teams in the host cities across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada.

  • The 2026 World Cup will begin on June 11 with the match between Mexico and South Africa at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.
  • The final will be played on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

The players

Joaquín Duro

Executive vice president of sports and head of streaming at Telemundo.

Julio Sonino

Vice president of sports content at Telemundo.

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What they’re saying

“We are offering the most comprehensive Spanish-language World Cup experience ever produced in the United States.”

— Joaquín Duro, Executive vice president of sports and head of streaming at Telemundo

“Soccer is better in Spanish.”

— Julio Sonino, Vice president of sports content at Telemundo

What’s next

Telemundo will continue to provide updates on its production plans and talent assignments as the 2026 World Cup approaches.

The takeaway

Telemundo's extensive coverage plans for the 2026 World Cup demonstrate the network's commitment to delivering the best possible Spanish-language experience for U.S. audiences, reflecting the growing importance of the Hispanic market in the world of sports broadcasting.