The FIFA World Cup 2026 is underway, and in Oman there is no free-to-air channel showing it — beIN Sports holds the exclusive regional rights.
The free way to follow it is public screenings and highlights. For all 104 matches live, you’ll need a beIN Sports or TOD subscription.
Watch Free: Screenings & Highlights
There is no free TV channel airing live matches in Oman. The realistic options are:
- Public screenings at cafes, restaurants and malls that carry their own beIN subscription — usually the easiest way to catch a big match on a big screen.
- Home and majlis gatherings with friends and family who have a subscription.
- Free highlights and news on beIN Sports News, carried free on regional satellite, with goals, reaction and press conferences.
- Official clips on FIFA+ and beIN’s social and YouTube channels.
These let you follow the tournament — they don’t give you every match live in full.
Watch Every Match Live on beIN & TOD
For all 104 matches live in full HD and 4K HDR, beIN Sports is the only option in Oman — through satellite, the beIN Connect app, or the TOD streaming service. It’s open to anyone who subscribes.
Dedicated World Cup Channels
- beIN Sports Max 1–6 carry the tournament. Arabic commentary is on Max 1–4, English on Max 5, and French on Max 6.
- beIN Sports News runs highlights, analysis and press conferences.
Streaming on TOD
TOD is beIN’s streaming app, working on your TV, phone, laptop or tablet — no satellite dish needed. Prices can change, so confirm current rates before you subscribe.
| TOD Pass | Price | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Full Pass | USD 159.99 / season (≈ OMR 62) | All 104 matches in 4K HDR; watch on TV, mobile, laptop or tablet; two devices at once |
| Mobile Pass | USD 99.99 / season (≈ OMR 38) | All 104 matches in 4K HDR; mobile and tablet only; one device |
| Best Value Bundle | USD 419.99 / year (≈ OMR 162) | All 104 matches in 4K, plus 12 months of TOD with leagues like the Champions League, Premier League and La Liga |
If you only want the World Cup, the Mobile or Full Pass covers the tournament; if you watch football all year, the Best Value Bundle is the better deal.
Wondering when games kick off? Oman is 8 hours ahead of US Eastern Time, so most matches land in the evening and the final is around 11 p.m. on Sunday, 19 July. Our FIFA World Cup 2026 kick-off times in Oman guide lists every fixture in local time.
Where Fans Watch in Oman
With kick-offs landing in comfortable evening hours, crowds gather at sports cafes, restaurants and malls across Muscat.
- Sports cafes and restaurants in Qurum, Al Khuwair and Muscat’s hotel lounges put matches on big screens.
- Malls and bigger venues draw the largest crowds for the knockout rounds and any Arab team’s games.
- Home majlis gatherings suit the family-friendly evening timing.
- Travelling to the action instead? Book host-city flights to New York for the final and find hotels in New York; our World Cup flights from Oman guide maps the routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Oman?
There is no free-to-air channel in Oman. You can follow it for free through public screenings at cafes and malls, home gatherings, and free highlights on beIN Sports News and FIFA+ — but watching live needs a subscription.
Can I watch all 104 matches for free in Oman?
No. All 104 matches live are only on beIN Sports (satellite, beIN Connect or TOD), which is paid. The free routes — highlights and public screenings — let you follow the tournament, not watch every match live in full.
Which channel shows the World Cup in Oman?
beIN Sports Max 1–6 carry all matches. Arabic commentary is on Max 1–4 and English on Max 5, with beIN Sports News showing highlights and analysis.
How much does it cost to stream the World Cup in Oman?
On TOD, passes run from about USD 99.99 (≈ OMR 38) for the Mobile Pass to USD 419.99 (≈ OMR 162) for the year-long Best Value Bundle. Prices can change, so confirm current rates on TOD or beIN before subscribing.
Can I watch with English commentary in Oman?
Yes. beIN Sports Max 5 carries English commentary, while Max 1–4 are in Arabic and Max 6 is in French.
Sources
- The National — How to watch the World Cup 2026 in the UAE and wider Arab world
- beIN SPORTS — Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 Live
- FIFA — Official World Cup 2026 information
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