AU
FREE TO AIR
Australia
FREE TO AIR CONFIRMED

Watch 2026 World Cup
in Australia

All 104 live and free on SBS / SBS Viceland / SBS On Demand

Where to watch in Australia

UPDATED 2026-05-05
SBS ↗ FREE
App: SBS On Demand
Free matches
104
Free streaming
SBS On Demand
Coverage
FREE TO AIR
VPN NEEDED FOR TRAVELLING FANS

Away from Australia? Keep watching.

SBS geo-block outside Australia. A VPN connects you to a Australia server — your home stream works as normal.

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Pick a VPN
NordVPN is our top pick.
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Connect to Australia
Choose a server from the app.
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Sign in & stream
Opens your broadcaster as normal.
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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2026 World Cup free in Australia?
Yes — all 104 matches are free to air in Australia via SBS. No subscription needed.
How do I watch Australia's coverage from abroad?
Connect a VPN to a Australia server before opening your broadcaster's app or website. Your home stream will work exactly as it does at home — geo-blocks are bypassed, logins work normally. We recommend NordVPN (rated 4.8/5, from $3.39/mo).
What app can I use to stream the World Cup in Australia?
SBS On Demand is the main free streaming option in Australia.

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