Fox Set to Broadcast 2026 World Cup Final Between Argentina and Spain

As the 2026 World Cup concludes, the sports media landscape is turning its attention to the championship match. The final will feature defending champion Argentina seeking a record fourth title against Spain, which is aiming for its second World Cup victory following its 2010 win.

The match is scheduled for Sunday at 3 p.m. ET from MetLife Stadium. In the United States, broadcasting rights belong to Fox Corporation, which will air the contest in English on FOX. Pre-game coverage is set to begin at 11 a.m. ET. Spanish-language coverage will be provided by Telemundo and streamed via Peacock.

Digital streaming options for the English broadcast include the Fox Sports app and Fox One. The event represents a significant viewership driver for Fox’s sports division, which operates within the company’s broader Cable Network Programming segment. This segment is responsible for producing and licensing news and sports content domestically.

On the financial front, Fox Corporation shares are currently trading higher. The stock is up 2.8% today, with a price of $57.62. This represents an increase from the previous close of $56.05. The company holds a market capitalization of approximately $23.47 billion and operates within the Communication Services sector.

What to watch

• Viewership ratings for the World Cup final compared to previous tournaments.
• Advertising revenue generated during the extended pre-game and match coverage.
• quarterly earnings reports for details on sports segment performance.

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