beIN Sports holds the exclusive live rights to all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026 across 24 Middle East and North Africa countries. There is no free-to-air live coverage in the region. To watch any game, you will need a beIN subscription, either on satellite or through its streaming platforms, beIN Connect and TOD.
Here is exactly what it costs, what is free, and how to start watching from anywhere in the Gulf and wider Arab world.
Is the World Cup free on beIN?
No. beIN has not announced any free-to-air live match coverage across MENA, so a paid subscription is required to stream or watch the games live.
A few things around the tournament are free, but none replace a live subscription:
- News, press conferences, team arrivals and reaction on beIN Sports News.
- Highlights and clips on FIFA+ and beIN’s social and digital channels.
If you specifically want free viewing options in your country, some venues and public screenings are covered in our country guides — for example, where to watch the World Cup for free in Qatar.
How much does beIN cost for the World Cup?
The cheapest route to every match is TOD, beIN’s streaming service, which sells dedicated World Cup passes across MENA. There are also country-specific bundles that work out cheaper if you only want the tournament.
TOD World Cup streaming passes (region-wide)
| Pass | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| World Cup Full Pass | $159.99 / season | All 104 matches in 4K HDR; TV, mobile, laptop, tablet; 2 devices at once; 6 months of TOD entertainment |
| Mobile Pass | $99.99 / season | All 104 matches in 4K HDR; mobile and tablet only; 1 device at once; 6 months of TOD entertainment |
| Best Value Bundle | $419.99 / year | All 104 matches in 4K HDR plus 12 months of TOD 4K, including Champions League, Premier League, La Liga, Ligue 1, F1 and NFL |
Country bundles and beIN packages
In several markets you can add the World Cup to beIN through a Talabat Pro and TOD annual bundle, billed in local currency.
| Country | Talabat Pro + TOD annual bundle |
|---|---|
| UAE | Dh329 / year |
| Qatar | QAR360 / year |
| Kuwait | KWD30 / year |
| Bahrain | BHD30 / year |
| Egypt | EGP1,300 / year |
Standalone beIN World Cup packages vary by market. In Kuwait, retailers list a World Cup add-on from 46.35 dinars and a standalone subscription from KWD61.8. In Egypt, beIN’s CNE lists the World Cup package at EGP3,990 for active subscribers and EGP5,475 for new or expired ones, plus EGP5,340 for a receiver if you are a new customer.
How to watch the World Cup on beIN
You have three ways in, depending on whether you want a TV or a screen in your pocket:
- Satellite — the traditional beIN box, with all six tournament channels.
- beIN Connect — beIN’s own streaming app, carrying all 104 matches live in HD.
- TOD — streaming with 4K HDR on the World Cup passes above.
Live matches run across beIN Sports Max 1–6, with beIN Sports 4K HDR for compatible subscribers and daily coverage on beIN Sports News.
Commentary languages
Coverage is available in three languages, split across the Max channels:
- Arabic on beIN Sports Max 1–4.
- English on beIN Sports Max 5.
- French on beIN Sports Max 6.
What time are matches in the region?
Because the tournament is played in the US, Canada and Mexico, many games air late at night or early in the morning across the Gulf. beIN’s daily Arabic coverage runs roughly 6pm to 10.30am GST.
Where to watch in your country
We have detailed, country-by-country guides on channels, screenings and the cheapest way to subscribe. Pick yours:
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch the World Cup free on beIN in the Middle East?
No. beIN has not announced free-to-air live coverage across MENA. Only news, highlights and clips are free; live matches need a paid beIN, beIN Connect or TOD subscription.
What is the cheapest way to stream every match?
The TOD Mobile Pass at $99.99 for the season carries all 104 matches in 4K HDR, but only on mobile and tablet and on one device at a time. Country bundles like Bahrain’s BHD30 or Kuwait’s KWD30 can be cheaper still.
Does beIN show the World Cup in 4K?
Yes. TOD’s World Cup passes stream in 4K HDR, and beIN Sports 4K HDR is available to compatible satellite subscribers.
Sources
- The National — World Cup 2026: How to watch in the UAE and wider Arab world
- beIN — FIFA World Cup 2026
- beIN SPORTS MENA — FIFA World Cup 2026
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