Where to Find the Ivory Coast vs Norway Broadcast

The first step is confirming which broadcaster carries the match in your country. World Cup rights are divided by region, so the service you need depends entirely on where you are watching from.

• United States: Fox and FS1 hold English-language rights; Telemundo and Peacock hold Spanish-language rights. Check the Fox Sports schedule at foxsports.com or the Peacock app to confirm which channel carries this specific match.
• United Kingdom: BBC and ITV share World Cup coverage. Both offer free live streaming via BBC iPlayer and ITV X — no subscription required.
• Spain and Latin America: RTVE carries World Cup coverage in Spain for free. In Latin America, rights vary by country but often include Televisa, TV Azteca, or Claro Sports. Check your national public broadcaster first, as many countries have free-to-air deals.
• Other regions: beIN Sports covers the Middle East and North Africa. DAZN holds rights in Canada, Germany, and Italy. Optus Sport covers Australia. SBS offers free streaming in Australia as well.

Once you know your broadcaster, the setup takes under five minutes using the steps in the sections below.

How to Stream in the US: Fox, Peacock, and Fubo

US viewers have several solid options, both free and paid. Your best choice depends on whether you have cable and whether you want English or Spanish commentary.

1. Fox or FS1 (English, cable subscribers): If you already pay for cable or satellite TV, you have free access. Open the Fox Sports app or go to foxsports.com, log in using your TV provider credentials, and stream the match live at no extra cost.
2. Peacock Premium (Spanish and select English matches): Go to peacocktv.com or download the Peacock app. A Premium plan unlocks live sports including Telemundo's Spanish-language World Cup coverage. Plans start at $7.99 per month and include a free trial for new subscribers.
3. Fubo TV (cord-cutters, best for Fox channels): Fubo includes Fox, FS1, and FS2 in its base package. It offers a free trial for new subscribers — start the trial, watch the match, and cancel before the trial ends if you don't need the service long-term.
4. Sling TV or Hulu + Live TV: Both virtual cable packages include Fox channels. They are solid options if you already subscribe and want to avoid adding another service.

The easiest no-cost option for cord-cutters: start a Fubo free trial, watch the match, then decide whether to keep the subscription.

How to Stream Free in the UK: BBC iPlayer and ITV X

UK viewers have the simplest and cheapest setup — full World Cup coverage is available for free through BBC and ITV.

1. Go to bbc.co.uk/iplayer or download the BBC iPlayer app. It is available on Android, iOS, Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV, and Apple TV.
2. Create a free BBC account or log in. During live broadcast setup you will be asked to confirm you have a valid TV licence — this is a UK legal requirement for watching live television.
3. Alternatively, go to itv.com/watch or download ITV X. Create a free account. ITV X does not require a TV licence confirmation for its service.
4. In the app, navigate to Sport or Live TV. The World Cup match will appear as a live tile or in the upcoming schedule.
5. Press play. No payment is needed on either platform.

Both apps support Chromecast, AirPlay, and most Smart TV platforms, so you can easily watch on your main TV even if it doesn't have the app pre-installed.

How to Watch With a VPN if You Are Traveling

If you are outside your home country and your usual broadcaster's stream is geo-blocked, a VPN routes your traffic through a server in your home country, making streaming services treat you as a local viewer.

1. Choose a reliable VPN: Use a service that reliably unblocks streaming — ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Surfshark are the most consistently effective for BBC iPlayer, Fox Sports, and similar services. All three offer 30-day money-back guarantees so you can test them without risk.
2. Install the VPN app: Download the app from the provider's official website or your device's app store. Install it on your phone, laptop, tablet, or streaming stick.
3. Connect to a server in your home country: Open the VPN app, scroll to your home country in the server list (for example, United Kingdom for BBC iPlayer, or United States for Fox Sports), and tap Connect.
4. Open your streaming service: Navigate to BBC iPlayer, Peacock, or your usual broadcaster. The service should load as if you are at home.
5. Find the match and press play: Go to Live Sports or Today's Schedule in the app and start the stream.

Important: review both the VPN provider's terms and your streaming service's terms of service before using this method, as some services restrict VPN access in their policies.

Setting Up Your Device: TV, Phone, and Computer

Once you know your platform, getting the stream running on any screen takes just a few minutes.

Smart TV

• Open your TV's built-in app store: Google Play (Android TV), App Store (Apple TV), LG Content Store, or Samsung Smart Hub.
• Search for your broadcaster's app — BBC iPlayer, Fox Sports, Peacock, ITV X, or Fubo.
• Install the app, sign in, and navigate to Live Sports to find the match.

Amazon Fire Stick or Roku

• From the Fire Stick or Roku home screen, open the app store (Appstore or Channel Store).
• Search for your broadcaster's app and install it. Fox Sports, Peacock, and Fubo are available on both platforms.
• Log in and open Live TV or Sports to find the match.

iPhone or Android Phone

• Download the broadcaster's app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
• Sign in and navigate to Live Sports or Today's Games.
• Use AirPlay on iPhone or Chromecast on Android to mirror the stream to your TV screen.

Windows or Mac Computer

• Open a browser — Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari all work.
• Go directly to your broadcaster's website, log in, and navigate to the live match listing.
• Click play. Browser-based players work well, though the official app is generally more stable if available.

Free vs Paid: Choosing the Right Option

Not every viewer needs to pay. Here is a quick guide to help you pick the right path based on where you are and how much you want to spend.

• Completely free (no payment required): BBC iPlayer and ITV X in the UK, RTVE in Spain, and public broadcasters in many Latin American countries. These are supported by licences or advertising but cost nothing at the point of watching.
• Low-cost paid option: Peacock Premium at around $7.99 per month covers World Cup Spanish-language broadcasts and select English-language matches for US viewers. New subscribers get a free trial.
• Comprehensive paid packages: Fubo TV and Sling TV include Fox, FS1, and FS2 — the full suite of World Cup English channels in the US. Both offer free trials so you can watch a match or two before committing to a monthly plan.
• What to avoid: Unofficial streams on random websites often carry malware, break down mid-match, and violate copyright. Stick to official broadcaster websites and apps for a reliable, safe experience.

If you only want to watch this one match: use a free trial from Fubo or Peacock, or connect via a VPN to a free broadcaster in another country.

Tips for the Best Streaming Quality

A few simple adjustments before the match can eliminate buffering and give you the clearest picture possible.

• Use a wired Ethernet connection: If your device supports it, plug directly into your router rather than relying on Wi-Fi. This removes the biggest source of streaming instability, especially in homes with multiple devices online at once.
• Close background apps and browser tabs: On phones and laptops, other apps consume bandwidth in the background. Close them before the match kicks off.
• Set the quality manually: In most streaming apps, tap the settings or gear icon during playback and set video quality to 1080p or Auto (High). The app will stay at the highest quality your connection supports.
• Restart your router if buffering starts: Unplug the router for 30 seconds, then plug it back in. This resolves congestion on shared ISP lines and often clears buffering immediately.
• Test your connection speed beforehand: Open a browser and go to fast.com at least 10 minutes before kickoff. You need at least 8 Mbps for stable 1080p streaming. If the result is lower, drop the app's quality to 720p to prevent interruptions.
• Use the official app rather than a browser: Broadcaster apps are optimized for streaming and tend to buffer less than browser-based players, especially on mobile devices and smart TVs.